HOSPAH STATION - Oil Pipeline Facility in Cuba, New Mexico, United States

HOSPAH STATION is an operational oil pipeline facility located at 42 HOSPAH RD. in Cuba, McKinley County, New Mexico, United States. The facility is part of the broader pipeline network that supports crude oil transport in the region, classified under NAICS 486110 for pipeline transportation of crude oil. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. In the United States, oil pipeline stations like HOSPAH STATION typically include pumping, metering, and valve systems to maintain flow and ensure safe operations. The facility's scale is consistent with regional gathering and transmission lines serving the oil-producing areas of the Permian Basin and San Juan Basin. HOSPAH STATION plays a role in connecting upstream production to downstream refineries and terminals. Its location in rural New Mexico minimizes immediate population density risks, though proximity to natural waterways and sensitive desert ecosystems requires careful environmental management. The station contributes to the energy supply chain for the southwestern United States.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of northwestern New Mexico, characterized by high desert terrain and limited water resources. Pipeline operations in this area must address potential impacts on soil stability, native vegetation, and wildlife habitats. Spill prevention and cathodic protection systems are critical to mitigate corrosion risks and protect groundwater in this ecologically sensitive environment.