Overview
EAST INDIAN CENTRAL FACILITY is a gas pipeline facility located 20 miles northwest of Carlsbad, New Mexico, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
The EAST INDIAN CENTRAL FACILITY is a gas pipeline infrastructure located in Eddy County, New Mexico, approximately 20 miles northwest of Carlsbad. As part of the United States' extensive natural gas pipeline network, this facility plays a role in the transportation of natural gas from production areas to distribution systems. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction), 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), and 486210 (Pipeline Transportation of Natural Gas). The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safety of gas pipelines. This includes requirements for pipeline design, construction, testing, operation, and maintenance, as well as cathodic protection to prevent corrosion. The facility's location in the Permian Basin region places it within one of the most active oil and gas producing areas in the United States, contributing to the region's energy infrastructure. The EAST INDIAN CENTRAL FACILITY supports the transportation of natural gas from production wells to processing plants and ultimately to end-users. Its role in the pipeline network is critical for maintaining energy supply reliability in the region. The facility's proximity to Carlsbad and the surrounding communities underscores the importance of robust safety and environmental management practices to protect both people and the environment.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the arid landscape of southeastern New Mexico, near the Carlsbad Caverns region. The area is characterized by desert ecosystems and limited water resources. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must consider potential impacts on sensitive habitats and groundwater. The transportation of natural gas involves risks such as leaks or ruptures, which could affect air quality and pose fire hazards. Regulatory requirements under PHMSA mandate leak detection and emergency response plans to mitigate environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The EAST INDIAN CENTRAL FACILITY is located approximately 20 miles northwest of Carlsbad, in Eddy County, New Mexico, United States.
It is a gas pipeline facility that transports natural gas, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 safety regulations.
Gas pipelines in the US are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, covering design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
Key risk factors include proximity to populated areas, age of pipe, corrosion, and the commodity transported. PHMSA requires cathodic protection and regular inspections to mitigate these risks.
It supports natural gas transportation from the Permian Basin production areas to processing and distribution networks, enhancing energy supply reliability in the region.
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