Overview
CATAMOUNT ENERGY PARTNERS-BULL CREEK UNIT 28-2 is a gas extraction facility located in Chimney Rock, Colorado, United States. It operates within the natural gas production sector under US PHMSA and DOT regulations.
CATAMOUNT ENERGY PARTNERS-BULL CREEK UNIT 28-2 is a gas extraction facility situated in Chimney Rock, Archuleta County, Colorado. The facility operates within the natural gas production sector, contributing to the regional energy supply chain. Its location in the San Juan Basin places it in a historically significant area for natural 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 govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is subject to state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is classified as natural gas extraction, typically involving wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines. This facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to downstream markets, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in the region. Its operational status ensures continued contribution to local energy infrastructure and economic activity in Archuleta County.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of southwestern Colorado, near the San Juan National Forest. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with potential for seasonal wildfire risk. Proximity to populated areas is low, but the site's gas extraction operations involve typical environmental considerations such as methane emissions management and water usage. Local geology includes sedimentary formations that may influence well integrity and groundwater protection.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Chimney Rock, Archuleta County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 37.159336, -107.393561.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces raw natural gas from underground reservoirs, which is then processed and transported via pipelines to end users.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and must comply with federal PHMSA pipeline safety standards under DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
The NAICS code for natural gas extraction is 211130, which covers establishments primarily engaged in operating gas wells and recovering natural gas from the earth.
Gas extraction can involve methane emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. Operators must implement best practices for emission controls, water management, and site reclamation to minimize environmental impact.
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