TAP ROCK - MOGI 9 STATE COM 10H Oil Extraction Facility, Jal, New Mexico

TAP ROCK - MOGI 9 STATE COM 10H is an oil extraction facility situated approximately 24 miles from Jal, New Mexico, in Lea County. This facility is part of the broader oil and gas infrastructure in the Permian Basin, one of the most productive oil regions in the United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the domestic oil supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Environment Department. Oil extraction in this region typically involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. The environmental context includes the arid landscape of southeastern New Mexico, where water usage and disposal of produced water are significant considerations. The facility's operations are subject to regulations aimed at minimizing impacts on air quality, groundwater, and surface resources. As part of the Permian Basin, this facility plays a role in meeting national energy demands.

The facility is located in the arid Permian Basin region, where water scarcity and management of produced water are critical environmental concerns. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate these impacts through permitting and monitoring requirements.