SPUR - GJ West Coop Unit 191 Battery: Oil Extraction Facility in Loco Hills, New Mexico

SPUR - GJ West Coop Unit 191 Battery is an oil extraction facility located approximately 6 miles west of Loco Hills in Eddy County, New Mexico. The facility operates within the Permian Basin, a major oil-producing region that spans West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. As an oil extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment of the oil and gas industry, focusing on the production of crude oil from underground reservoirs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Environment Department. Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions control, the Clean Water Act for produced water management, and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for waste handling. The Permian Basin is known for its extensive oil extraction infrastructure, with many facilities like this one contributing to the region's high production volumes. This facility plays a role in the local economy and energy supply chain. Its location in Eddy County places it in an area with significant oil and gas activity, supporting jobs and infrastructure. The environmental context includes the arid landscape of southeastern New Mexico, where water management and air quality are important considerations for oil extraction operations.

The facility is situated in the arid Permian Basin, where water scarcity and air quality are key environmental concerns. Oil extraction operations in this region must manage produced water and control emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane. The proximity to sensitive ecosystems like the Carlsbad Caverns area requires careful environmental management.