Decker Primo No1 Gas Pipeline Facility, Cedar Hill, New Mexico | United States Pipeline Infrastructure

Decker Primo No1 is a gas pipeline facility situated in San Juan County, New Mexico, approximately 5 kilometers north-northeast of Cedar Hill. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486210, which covers pipeline transportation of natural gas. As part of the United States' extensive natural gas pipeline network, it contributes to the distribution of natural gas across the region. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), specifically under 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. This regulatory oversight ensures compliance with safety standards for design, construction, operation, and maintenance. The pipeline infrastructure in New Mexico is part of a larger network that connects production areas in the Permian Basin and San Juan Basin to markets across the country. Decker Primo No1 plays a role in the natural gas supply chain, supporting energy needs in the region. The facility's location in a rural area near Cedar Hill minimizes proximity to densely populated zones, reducing certain operational risks. Its operational status indicates ongoing contribution to the local and national energy grid, facilitating the transport of natural gas for residential, commercial, and industrial use.

The facility is located in the semi-arid climate of northwestern New Mexico, an area characterized by mesas and canyons. The region's ecology includes desert shrublands and piñon-juniper woodlands. Pipeline operations in such environments require careful management to prevent soil erosion and protect water resources. The proximity to the Animas River watershed, a tributary of the San Juan River, necessitates adherence to environmental safeguards to avoid contamination from potential leaks or spills.