Overview
Southern Union Gas - A-14 Compressor Station is an operational oil extraction facility located near Jal, New Mexico. It supports natural gas compression in the Permian Basin region.
Southern Union Gas - A-14 Compressor Station is an operational oil extraction facility located approximately 12.2 miles west-northwest of Jal, New Mexico. The facility operates within the Permian Basin, one of the most prolific oil and gas producing regions in the United States. As a compressor station, it plays a critical role in gathering and transporting natural gas from extraction sites to processing and distribution networks. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction), 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), and 999999 (Unclassified). Compressor stations in this region typically handle throughputs ranging from 50 to 500 million cubic feet per day. Operations are subject to federal and state regulations, including EPA's New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas facilities and New Mexico's air quality permitting requirements. Located in a semi-arid environment, the facility's operations are integrated into the broader Permian Basin infrastructure, supporting regional energy production. The site's proximity to Jal and major pipeline networks underscores its role in connecting upstream extraction to downstream markets. Environmental oversight includes spill prevention and air emission controls typical of oil and gas midstream operations.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Permian Basin, a region with significant oil and gas activity. Local environmental considerations include air emissions from compressors and engines, potential for soil and groundwater contamination from hydrocarbon releases, and water usage in arid conditions. Regulatory compliance under the Clean Air Act and state-level oil and gas rules addresses these impacts through emission controls and spill prevention measures.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 12.2 miles west-northwest of Jal, New Mexico, in the Permian Basin region of the United States.
It is an operational compressor station that supports oil extraction by compressing and transporting natural gas from production sites to processing and distribution networks.
The facility is currently operational, as indicated in the public record.
Facilities like this are subject to the Clean Air Act, including EPA's New Source Performance Standards for oil and gas, as well as New Mexico's air quality and spill prevention regulations.
Compressor stations can emit air pollutants from engines and have potential for hydrocarbon spills. Operators must comply with emission controls and spill prevention plans to mitigate these impacts.
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