Oil Extraction Operational

San Juan Basin Gathering and Boosting - Oil Extraction Facility in Farmington, New Mexico

FARMINGTON, New Mexico, United States

Overview

SAN JUAN BASIN GATHERING AND BOOSTING is an operational oil extraction facility in Farmington, New Mexico, United States. It supports regional crude oil gathering and boosting operations in the San Juan Basin.

SAN JUAN BASIN GATHERING AND BOOSTING is an oil extraction facility located at 200 Energy Ct., Farmington, New Mexico, in the United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the San Juan Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It is classified under NAICS codes 211120 and 211130, indicating crude petroleum extraction and natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable state regulations from the New Mexico Environment Department. Oil extraction facilities in this region typically employ gathering and boosting systems to transport crude oil from wells to processing or pipeline infrastructure. The San Juan Basin is known for its natural gas and oil production, with a mix of conventional and unconventional resources. As part of the San Juan Basin's oil infrastructure, this facility contributes to the regional energy supply and economic activity. Its operational status ensures continued support for local oil production, which is significant for New Mexico's energy sector. The facility's location in Farmington places it within a hub for oil and gas services, with proximity to transportation networks and downstream markets.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in the San Juan Basin, a semi-arid region with sensitive ecosystems including desert shrublands and riparian areas. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and water resources through potential spills or produced water management. The facility operates under EPA regulations such as the New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas, which aim to reduce emissions. Spill prevention and response plans are critical given the basin's ecological value.

Frequently asked questions

San Juan Basin Gathering and Boosting is located at 200 Energy Ct., Farmington, New Mexico 87401, United States.

It is an oil extraction facility that gathers and boosts crude oil from wells in the San Juan Basin for transport to processing or pipeline infrastructure.

The facility is currently operational.

Oil extraction facilities in New Mexico must comply with U.S. EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state rules from the New Mexico Environment Department, such as air quality permits and spill prevention requirements.

The San Juan Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in the southwestern United States, known for both conventional and unconventional natural gas and oil production.

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