BAYSWATER E&P - VAWTER 13-2 & 14-2 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

BAYSWATER E&P - VAWTER 13-2 & 14-2 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas extraction and related activities. It is situated in a region with significant oil and gas development. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and integrity. As a gas extraction site, it likely includes wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines. The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a mature hydrocarbon province with extensive infrastructure for gas processing and transport. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity in northern Colorado. Its proximity to Fort Lupton and other communities underscores the importance of safety and environmental management in gas extraction operations. The site plays a role in the broader gas infrastructure network that serves residential, commercial, and industrial users.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to state and federal regulations addressing air emissions, water management, and well integrity. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires careful monitoring of potential impacts on air quality and groundwater.