Overview
Chevron USA - Duncan B-14 is a gas extraction facility located near Dinosaur, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Chevron USA - Duncan B-14 is a gas extraction facility located near Dinosaur, Colorado, in Moffat County. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the United States. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility's technical specifications include NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically range from small to medium scale, supporting local and regional energy supply. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area of northwestern Colorado, near the town of Dinosaur. The region's semi-arid climate and proximity to the Green River Basin present considerations for water usage and land disturbance. The facility's operational status and regulatory compliance contribute to its role in meeting energy demands while managing local environmental impacts.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, near the Green River Basin. Gas extraction activities in this area involve considerations for water resources, land use, and potential impacts on local wildlife. The rural setting reduces proximity to dense populations, but seismic and climate hazards such as wildfires and drought are relevant factors for operational risk management.
Frequently asked questions
Chevron USA - Duncan B-14 is located near Dinosaur, Colorado, in Moffat County, approximately 54.4 miles north of town.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules.
The facility is currently operational.
Key considerations include water usage, land disturbance, air emissions, and management of produced water. The semi-arid climate and proximity to the Green River Basin require careful environmental planning.
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