TAP ROCK - PROMETHEUS C CTB Oil Extraction Facility, JAL, New Mexico

TAP ROCK - PROMETHEUS C CTB is an oil extraction facility situated in Lea County, New Mexico, approximately 22.4 miles northwest of JAL. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211120, which covers the extraction of crude petroleum. As part of the Permian Basin region, this facility contributes to one of the most prolific oil-producing areas in the United States. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA). Oil extraction in New Mexico is subject to state-level regulations from the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division (OCD) and the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED). Typical operations involve drilling, well completion, and production, with associated infrastructure such as storage tanks and pipelines. The Permian Basin is known for its high production capacity, with many facilities operating at scales ranging from small to large. TAP ROCK - PROMETHEUS C CTB is part of a network of extraction sites that support domestic energy supply and local economies. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection, air emissions management, and land use impacts, which are addressed through permits and best management practices.

Oil extraction in the Permian Basin region involves potential environmental impacts such as groundwater contamination from produced water, air emissions from flaring and equipment, and habitat disruption. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and New Mexico state agencies requires permits for air emissions, water discharge, and waste management. Spill prevention and response plans are critical given the proximity to sensitive ecosystems and agricultural lands.