BLUE CHIP OIL, INC. - GAIL SMITH Gas Extraction Facility in Brighton, Colorado

BLUE CHIP OIL, INC. - GAIL SMITH is a gas extraction facility located in Brighton, Adams County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating a focus on upstream gas production. 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 gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Typical operations involve drilling, well completion, and initial processing of natural gas before transmission. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to the regional grid, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial demand in the Front Range urban corridor. Its location near Brighton places it within a region with active oil and gas development, contributing to local energy infrastructure and economic activity.

The facility is situated in an area with moderate seismic activity and occasional severe weather, including tornadoes and hailstorms, which pose operational risks. Proximity to the South Platte River and agricultural lands requires careful management of water resources and potential groundwater impacts. Regulatory oversight from COGCC and EPA ensures compliance with air quality and waste disposal standards.