Barrett Resources Corp RMV 67-20 Gas Extraction Facility, Garfield, Colorado

Barrett Resources Corp RMV 67-20 is a gas extraction facility located in Garfield, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in Garfield County, a region known for its natural gas production within the Piceance Basin. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, with capacities often measured in millions of standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd). The environmental context of this facility includes its location in a region with seismic activity and variable climate conditions. Proximity to populated areas and the presence of high-pressure operations are key risk factors. The facility's role in the local gas grid contributes to energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region.

The facility is located in Garfield County, Colorado, an area with moderate seismic activity and a semi-arid climate. Proximity to populated areas and the potential for high-pressure gas extraction operations introduce environmental risks. The region's natural gas infrastructure must manage climate hazards such as wildfires and winter storms, which can impact operational safety and environmental integrity.