The Hacksaw Crude Oil Terminal, operated by EVX Midstream Partners, is a significant midstream infrastructure asset located in Tilden, McMullen County, Texas. Commissioned in mid-2018, the terminal was developed to enhance crude oil gathering, treating, and storage capabilities, providing producers in the Eagle Ford Shale with improved access to key markets such as the Houston Ship Channel and Corpus Christi .
Key Features and Capabilities
- Storage Capacity: The terminal’s capacity was expanded from 20,000 barrels per day (bpd) to 40,000 bpd. This expansion included the construction of three 5,000-barrel API 650 steel oil tanks, a 1,000-barrel slop oil tank, and a 750-barrel fiberglass water tank .
- Metering Infrastructure: The facility features multiple Lease Automatic Custody Transfer (LACT) metering skids—one inlet skid and two discharge skids—each designed for up to 40,000 bpd, with provisions for future scalability.
- Pipeline Connectivity: The terminal is connected to the Eagle Ford JV Pipeline, facilitating efficient transportation of crude oil to downstream markets .
- Engineering and Construction: The project was executed on a fast-track basis, with engineering, procurement, and construction services provided by Sargent & Lundy. The entire expansion was completed within six months, from January to May 2018 .
Strategic Importance
The Hacksaw Terminal plays a crucial role in EVX Midstream’s strategy to provide integrated midstream solutions in the Eagle Ford region. By offering enhanced gathering and storage services, the terminal helps producers optimize logistics, reduce transportation costs, and improve market access.
This terminal exemplifies the ongoing development and investment in midstream infrastructure to support the efficient movement of energy resources from production areas to key market hubs.
