Overview
BAYSWATER E&P - STATE 5-36 is an operational gas extraction facility in Bennett, Colorado, United States. It operates within Adams County and is part of the regional natural gas infrastructure.
BAYSWATER E&P - STATE 5-36 is a gas extraction facility located in Bennett, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply chain in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction), 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction). The facility's scale is typical for the region, which hosts numerous similar operations. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region with agricultural and rural land use. Proximity to populated areas like Bennett requires adherence to safety and environmental regulations to mitigate risks. The facility plays a role in meeting local and regional energy demands, supporting the broader natural gas infrastructure in Colorado.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado, with low population density in the immediate vicinity. The area is subject to occasional drought conditions and wildfire risks, which can impact operations. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) ensures compliance with environmental standards, including groundwater protection and air quality controls.
Frequently asked questions
BAYSWATER E&P - STATE 5-36 is located in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 39.830585, -104.383347.
BAYSWATER E&P - STATE 5-36 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin. It is classified under NAICS codes for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
The facility is currently operational, contributing to the natural gas supply in Colorado.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal regulations from PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Facilities in the Denver-Julesburg Basin vary in size, but many are medium-scale operations producing several million cubic feet of natural gas per day.
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