Overview
Chevron USA, Inc. - Hiawatha B2 is a gas extraction facility located near Dinosaur, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Chevron USA, Inc. - Hiawatha B2 is a gas extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 54.1 miles north of Dinosaur. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It is part of the extensive natural gas infrastructure in the Rocky Mountain region. 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 gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it includes wellheads, separation equipment, and gathering lines that feed into regional transmission networks. The scale of operations is typical for a mid-sized extraction facility in Colorado's Piceance Basin. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on local air and water resources. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with seismic stability reduces certain risks. Its role in the natural gas supply chain supports energy delivery to downstream markets, contributing to regional energy security.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, characterized by low population density and sensitive ecosystems. Proximity to the Green River and Dinosaur National Monument necessitates careful management of water resources and wildlife habitats. The area experiences moderate seismic activity, and the facility's design must account for potential ground motion. Air quality regulations under the Clean Air Act apply to emissions from extraction and processing activities.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 54.1 miles north of Dinosaur, at SWSE SEC 13 T12N R101W.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces raw natural gas, which is then processed and transported via pipelines to end users.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which cover design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas pipelines.
Colorado's gas extraction facilities range from small well sites to large processing plants. The Hiawatha B2 is a mid-scale operation typical of the Piceance Basin.
Key factors include water usage, air emissions, wildlife impacts, and seismic hazards. Operators must comply with state and federal environmental regulations.
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