WPX - FEDERAL G GAS COM 1 Oil Extraction Facility, Carlsbad, New Mexico

WPX - FEDERAL G GAS COM 1 is an operational oil extraction facility situated in Eddy County, New Mexico, approximately 17.6 miles northeast of Carlsbad. The facility is part of the Permian Basin, a major oil-producing region that accounts for a significant portion of U.S. crude oil output. As an oil extraction site, it focuses on the initial phase of hydrocarbon production, drawing crude oil from subsurface reservoirs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Environment Department. Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions control and the Clean Water Act for produced water management. The Permian Basin's oil extraction typically involves hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, technologies that have driven the region's production growth. The NAICS code 211120 indicates crude petroleum extraction, aligning with standard industry practices. The facility's location in the Permian Basin places it within a region of high economic importance for U.S. energy independence. Its operations contribute to local employment and tax revenues in Eddy County. Environmentally, oil extraction in this area involves managing produced water and reducing methane emissions, with operators increasingly adopting flaring reduction and water recycling technologies.

The facility is situated in the Permian Basin, a semi-arid region with sensitive ecosystems. Oil extraction activities require careful management of water resources, as the region faces water scarcity. Produced water from extraction is often reinjected into deep wells to prevent groundwater contamination. Air quality concerns include volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions and methane leaks, regulated under EPA's New Source Performance Standards. The area also hosts habitats for species like the lesser prairie-chicken, necessitating mitigation measures.