Babcock & Brown Energy - Adena #2 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Morgan, Colorado

Babcock & Brown Energy - Adena #2 is a gas extraction facility situated in Morgan County, Colorado, about 10.2 miles south of Fort Morgan. The plant is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both gas extraction and processing. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), ensuring safe and environmentally responsible operations. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply infrastructure, supporting energy needs in northeastern Colorado. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces some risk factors, though proximity to agricultural land and water resources necessitates careful environmental management.

The facility is located in a rural agricultural area of Morgan County, Colorado, with low population density. The region's semi-arid climate and reliance on irrigation for farming mean that gas extraction activities must manage water usage and potential groundwater impacts carefully. Seismic risk in this area is low, but the facility's operational status requires adherence to PHMSA regulations to prevent leaks or accidents that could affect local soil and water quality.