CHEVRON USA-DUNCAN VANSCHAICK 1-3 & 1-4 Gas Extraction Facility, Dinosaur, Colorado

CHEVRON USA-DUNCAN VANSCHAICK 1-3 & 1-4 is a gas extraction facility located in Dinosaur, Moffat County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and falls under the NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction. It is situated in a region known for its natural gas production, contributing to the local energy supply. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas infrastructure. As a gas extraction site, it typically involves drilling and production activities to bring natural gas to the surface. The scale of such facilities can vary, but this one is part of Chevron's operations in the area. Environmental considerations for gas extraction facilities include proximity to populated areas, operating pressure, and vintage of equipment. The facility's location in a rural area of Colorado may reduce some risks, but seismic and climate hazards are factors to consider. Overall, the facility plays a role in the regional gas supply chain, supporting energy needs.

The facility is located in a rural area of Moffat County, Colorado, which may reduce risks associated with proximity to populated areas. However, gas extraction operations can involve high operating pressures and older vintage equipment, which are potential risk factors. The region is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which could impact facility integrity.