Foreland Refining Corp Eagle Springs Refinery - Oil Refinery in Ely, Nevada

Foreland Refining Corp Eagle Springs Refinery is an operational oil refinery located in Ely, White Pine County, Nevada, United States. As a refinery in the Oil Infrastructure sector, it plays a role in converting crude oil into usable products such as gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel. The facility is situated in a rural area of eastern Nevada, far from major coastal ports, which influences its supply chain and market focus. The refinery operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards for emissions control. Refineries in this region are typically small to medium in scale, often serving local or regional markets. The facility's NAICS code 324110 indicates it is a petroleum refinery, subject to federal and state environmental regulations. Environmental considerations for this facility include air emissions from refining processes, water usage, and potential impacts on local groundwater. Its inland location reduces the risk of coastal oil spills but still requires robust spill prevention and response plans. The refinery contributes to the local economy by providing fuel and jobs in a sparsely populated area.

The Eagle Springs Refinery is located in a semi-arid region of Nevada, where water resources are limited and air quality can be affected by industrial emissions. As an inland refinery, it faces lower risks of coastal oil spills but must manage potential groundwater contamination from storage tanks and processing units. The facility operates under EPA regulations that require emission controls and spill prevention measures to protect the surrounding environment.