Harvard - Mesa Verde 6 Federal No10 Battery: Oil Extraction Facility in Loving, New Mexico

Harvard - Mesa Verde 6 Federal No10 Battery is an oil extraction facility situated approximately 22 miles east of Loving, New Mexico, in Eddy County. The facility is part of the Permian Basin, a major oil-producing region that spans West Texas and southeastern New Mexico. As an operational oil extraction site, it contributes to the region's significant crude oil output, which is critical to U.S. energy supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the New Mexico Environment Department. Oil extraction in this area is subject to federal and state regulations, including the Clean Air Act and the Safe Drinking Water Act, which govern emissions and water management. Typical extraction methods in the Permian Basin involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing, which are used to access oil from tight rock formations. The environmental context of this facility includes its location in an arid region with sensitive ecosystems. The Permian Basin's oil extraction activities can impact local air quality and water resources. The facility's proximity to the Pecos River and the Carlsbad Caverns area underscores the need for careful environmental management to protect these natural resources.

The facility is located in the Permian Basin, a region with arid climate and sensitive ecosystems. Oil extraction activities can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and water resources through potential groundwater contamination. The area is also home to the Pecos River and the Carlsbad Caverns, highlighting the importance of environmental stewardship to preserve these natural landmarks.