Garfield Booster Station - Oil Extraction Facility in Loving, New Mexico

Garfield Booster Station is an operational oil extraction facility situated in Lea County, New Mexico, approximately 22 miles east of Loving. The facility is part of the Permian Basin, a major oil-producing region that spans West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. As a booster station, it plays a critical role in maintaining pressure and flow in oil pipelines, supporting the efficient transport of crude oil from extraction sites to processing facilities. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. 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 infrastructure typically involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, with booster stations like this one ensuring steady pipeline throughput. Garfield Booster Station contributes to the regional energy supply chain, facilitating the movement of crude oil from the Permian Basin to refineries and markets. Its location in Lea County places it in a region with significant oil and gas activity, supporting local employment and economic growth. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing role in maintaining the efficiency of the broader oil extraction network.

The facility is situated in the Permian Basin, a semi-arid region with sensitive ecosystems and limited water resources. Oil extraction activities can impact air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane, regulated under the EPA's New Source Performance Standards. Produced water management is critical to prevent soil and groundwater contamination. The region's low rainfall and high evaporation rates necessitate careful water handling practices to minimize environmental footprint.