XTO - PLU BIG SINKS 22 TANK BATTERY - Oil Extraction Facility in Malaga, New Mexico

XTO - PLU BIG SINKS 22 TANK BATTERY is an oil extraction facility located approximately 12.45 miles southeast of Malaga, New Mexico, in the United States. The facility is operational and falls under the oil extraction sector, serving the Permian Basin region, one of the most prolific oil-producing areas in the country. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Environment Department. Oil extraction facilities in this region typically employ conventional drilling and production techniques, with tank batteries used for temporary storage and separation of crude oil, gas, and water. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211120, 999999) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as support activities. As part of the Permian Basin's extensive oil infrastructure, this facility contributes to the region's significant crude oil output. The environmental context includes potential risks such as brine disposal, methane emissions, and groundwater protection, which are managed through state and federal regulations. The facility's location in a semi-arid area with sparse population reduces some community exposure risks.

The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a region with high oil extraction activity. Environmental considerations include management of produced water, prevention of spills from tank batteries, and control of volatile organic compound emissions. The semi-arid climate and remote location reduce some risks, but groundwater protection is critical due to the potential for contamination from brine and hydrocarbons.