Overview
XTO - PLU Brushy Draw West Tank Battery is an operational oil extraction facility located 10.1 miles southeast of Malaga, New Mexico, in Eddy County. It operates under NAICS code 211120, supporting crude petroleum extraction in the Permian Basin regi
XTO - PLU Brushy Draw West Tank Battery is an oil extraction facility situated in Eddy County, New Mexico, approximately 10.1 miles southeast of Malaga. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211120, which covers crude petroleum extraction. As part of the Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil-producing regions in the United States, this tank battery plays a role in gathering and processing crude oil from nearby wells. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) for waste management. New Mexico's Oil Conservation Division (OCD) also oversees state-level permitting and environmental compliance. Typical oil extraction facilities in this region employ tank batteries to separate oil, gas, and water, with vapor recovery units to control emissions. Environmental considerations for oil extraction in the Permian Basin include water usage for hydraulic fracturing, brine disposal, and methane emissions. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with sensitive ecosystems requires adherence to spill prevention and groundwater protection measures. Its operational status contributes to the local economy and energy supply, while regulatory oversight aims to mitigate environmental impacts.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Permian Basin, a region with high oil and gas activity, leading to concerns about air quality from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane emissions. Water resources are stressed due to high demand for hydraulic fracturing and produced water management. The semi-arid environment and proximity to the Pecos River watershed necessitate careful spill prevention and groundwater monitoring to protect sensitive ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located 10.1 miles southeast of Malaga, in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States.
It is an operational oil extraction tank battery that gathers and processes crude oil from wells in the Permian Basin.
Oil extraction facilities in New Mexico are regulated by the U.S. EPA under the Clean Air Act and RCRA, and by the New Mexico Oil Conservation Division for state-level permitting and environmental compliance.
Key concerns include air emissions of VOCs and methane, high water usage for hydraulic fracturing, and management of produced water and brine to prevent groundwater contamination.
The Permian Basin is one of the largest oil-producing regions in the U.S., with extensive infrastructure for extraction, gathering, and transportation, contributing significantly to domestic energy supply.
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