Overview
THOMAS STATE NO1 TANK BATTERY is an operational oil pipeline facility located 28 miles west of JAL, New Mexico, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT regulations for hazardous liquid pipelines.
THOMAS STATE NO1 TANK BATTERY is an oil pipeline facility situated in Lea County, New Mexico, approximately 28 miles west of JAL. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 486110 for crude petroleum pipeline transportation. As part of the US pipeline infrastructure, it contributes to the regional energy transport network in the Permian Basin area. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which governs hazardous liquid pipelines. Typical for oil pipeline facilities in this region, the infrastructure includes tank batteries for temporary storage and metering before crude oil is transported via trunk lines to refineries or terminals. The scale of such facilities varies, but they are integral to gathering and moving production from nearby wells. Environmental considerations for oil pipeline facilities include spill prevention and cathodic protection to mitigate corrosion risks. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with low population density reduces certain community exposure risks, but proximity to sensitive ecosystems or waterways would require additional safeguards. The facility plays a role in the broader US energy supply chain, supporting domestic crude oil movement.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southeastern New Mexico, part of the Permian Basin, one of the most productive oil and gas regions in the United States. The local environment is characterized by sparse vegetation and low rainfall, which reduces the risk of water contamination from potential spills. However, the area is home to sensitive desert ecosystems and wildlife, including species such as the lesser prairie-chicken. Pipeline infrastructure in this region must adhere to strict PHMSA regulations for spill prevention, leak detection, and cathodic protection to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
THOMAS STATE NO1 TANK BATTERY is located approximately 28 miles west of JAL, in Lea County, New Mexico, United States.
It is an operational oil pipeline facility that serves as a tank battery for gathering and temporarily storing crude oil before it is transported via pipelines to refineries or terminals.
Oil pipeline facilities in the US are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 195, which covers design, construction, operation, maintenance, and spill response for hazardous liquid pipelines.
The NAICS code for crude petroleum pipeline transportation is 486110, which covers establishments primarily engaged in transporting crude oil via pipelines.
Cathodic protection is a technique used to prevent corrosion on buried or submerged metal pipelines by making the pipe the cathode of an electrochemical cell, typically using sacrificial anodes or impressed current systems, thereby extending the pipeline's lifespan.
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