Overview
BP America - Lewis Gas Unit 1 is an operational gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, near Bayfield. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
BP America - Lewis Gas Unit 1 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 3.7 miles northwest of Bayfield. The facility is operational and situated in the San Juan Basin, a major natural gas-producing region in the United States. 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 US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. The San Juan Basin is known for its coalbed methane and tight gas formations, and extraction operations typically involve drilling and wellhead processing. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area of southwestern Colorado, characterized by mountainous terrain and proximity to the San Juan National Forest. Gas extraction in this region is subject to state and federal regulations regarding air emissions, water use, and land disturbance. The facility's operational status and location in a seismically stable area contribute to its moderate risk profile.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area near the San Juan National Forest, which provides habitat for diverse wildlife. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to Colorado's stringent air quality and water protection regulations. The area experiences moderate seismic activity, and the facility's design must account for potential ground movement. Proximity to populated areas like Bayfield requires adherence to setback and safety standards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 3.7 miles northwest of Bayfield, at coordinates 37.287638, -107.646818.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids from the San Juan Basin.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level air quality, water, and land use regulations enforced by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
The facility is currently operational.
The San Juan Basin is one of the largest natural gas-producing regions in the US, known for coalbed methane and tight gas formations, contributing significantly to domestic gas supply.
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