Chevron USA Inc - Skinner Ridge 27-1 Gas Extraction Facility, De Beque, Colorado

Chevron USA Inc - Skinner Ridge 27-1 is a gas extraction facility located in De Beque, Mesa County, Colorado. The facility is operational and situated in the Piceance Basin, a region known for natural gas production. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its role in both extraction and processing. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on well productivity. Environmental considerations for this facility include proximity to populated areas and seismic exposure in the Rocky Mountain region. The facility's location in a rural area may reduce population density risks, but climate hazards such as wildfires and winter storms are relevant. Its role in the regional gas grid supports energy distribution across the western United States.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of western Colorado, near the Colorado River. The area experiences low seismic activity but is prone to wildfires and winter storms. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing population exposure risks. The facility's operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations, including air quality and water management standards.