XTO Poker Lake Unit 29 Big Sinks East Satellite Facility - Oil Extraction in Malaga, New Mexico

XTO Poker Lake Unit 29 Big Sinks East Satellite Facility is an operational oil extraction site located approximately 18 miles southeast of Malaga, in Eddy County, New Mexico, USA. The facility is part of the Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil-producing regions in the United States, and is operated by XTO Energy, a subsidiary of ExxonMobil. As an oil extraction facility, it focuses on the production of crude oil from subsurface reservoirs. 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, the Clean Water Act for produced water management, and state-specific rules for drilling and production. The facility's NAICS code 211120 indicates it is engaged in crude petroleum extraction, typically involving drilling, well operation, and separation of oil, gas, and water. Environmental considerations for oil extraction in the Permian Basin include water usage for hydraulic fracturing, potential groundwater contamination, and air emissions from equipment and flaring. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with sensitive ecosystems requires careful management of produced water and adherence to spill prevention plans. Its role in the broader oil supply chain contributes to US energy production and local economic activity.

The facility is situated in the Permian Basin, a region with high oil and gas activity, which poses risks of groundwater contamination from produced water and potential spills. Air emissions from drilling and production operations, including volatile organic compounds and methane, are regulated under the EPA's New Source Performance Standards. The semi-arid environment requires careful water management to protect local aquifers and surface water resources.