Overview
TAP ROCK - BETTIS 20 STATE COM NO. 3H is an oil extraction facility located 24 miles WNW of JAL, New Mexico, United States. It operates in the Permian Basin region, a major oil-producing area.
TAP ROCK - BETTIS 20 STATE COM NO. 3H is an oil extraction facility situated in Lea County, New Mexico, approximately 24 miles west-northwest of JAL. The facility is part of the broader Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil and gas producing regions in the United States. As an operational oil extraction site, it contributes to the domestic crude oil supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division. Oil extraction in this region typically involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. The Permian Basin's oil extraction activities have significant economic importance, supporting local employment and energy security. However, they also pose environmental considerations, including water usage, potential groundwater contamination, and air emissions from drilling and production operations. The facility's location in a semi-arid region underscores the importance of water management practices.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a region characterized by arid climate and limited surface water resources. Oil extraction here involves high water usage for hydraulic fracturing, raising concerns about water sourcing and disposal. Potential risks include groundwater contamination from chemical additives and produced water, as well as air emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Spills and leaks during extraction and transport also pose risks to local ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located 24 miles west-northwest of JAL, in Lea County, New Mexico, United States.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from the Permian Basin, using methods such as horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction in New Mexico is regulated by the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, including rules on drilling, water management, and air emissions.
Key concerns include high water usage for fracking, potential groundwater contamination, air emissions, and the risk of spills. The arid climate makes water management particularly important.
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