Overview
CFG Energy Inc - Williams 8-1 is a gas extraction facility in Briggsdale, Colorado, USA. It operates within Weld County, a key region for natural gas production.
CFG Energy Inc - Williams 8-1 is a gas extraction facility located in Briggsdale, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. Colorado is a significant producer of natural gas, with extensive infrastructure supporting extraction and transportation. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. Gas extraction facilities like this one typically involve wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw gas before it enters transmission pipelines. As part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, this facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demands. Its location in a rural area reduces proximity to dense populations, though it is subject to state oversight for environmental compliance.
Environmental context
Located in the semi-arid plains of northeastern Colorado, the facility operates in an area with low population density. The region experiences occasional drought and wildfire risk, which can affect infrastructure. Regulatory requirements include emissions controls and water management to mitigate local environmental impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Briggsdale, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at NE SW SEC 8 T5N R61W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Facilities must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR Part 192) and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules.
It is part of the upstream gas extraction network, supplying raw gas to processing plants and pipelines serving regional markets.
Weld County hosts thousands of wells, with production ranging from small to large volumes, contributing significantly to Colorado's natural gas output.
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