WPX- RDX 17-14 Oil Extraction Facility, Malaga, New Mexico

WPX- RDX 17-14 is an oil extraction facility located in the Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil-producing regions in the United States. The facility is situated 16.1 miles southeast of Malaga, New Mexico, within Eddy County, and is classified under NAICS code 211120 for crude petroleum extraction. As an operational site, it contributes to the region's significant oil output. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division. 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 horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, with facilities like WPX- RDX 17-14 playing a role in the supply chain. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with sparse population reduces some community exposure risks, but the high density of oil infrastructure in Eddy County raises cumulative environmental considerations. Water usage and disposal are critical operational aspects, given the arid climate and reliance on groundwater resources. The facility's output feeds into the broader US crude oil market, supporting domestic energy supply.

The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a region with high oil extraction activity, leading to potential impacts on air quality from volatile organic compounds and methane emissions. Water management is a key concern due to the large volumes of produced water generated, which are often disposed of via deep-well injection, a practice linked to induced seismicity in the area. The semi-arid environment and proximity to the Pecos River watershed necessitate careful monitoring of surface and groundwater contamination risks.