Overview
CITATION OIL - ARAPAHOE GAS PLANT is an operational gas extraction facility located near Cheyenne Wells, Colorado, in the United States. It processes natural gas in the Denver-Julesburg Basin region.
CITATION OIL - ARAPAHOE GAS PLANT is a gas extraction facility located in Cheyenne County, Colorado, approximately 12.6 miles east of Cheyenne Wells. The plant operates under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction activities. It is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. Typical gas extraction plants in this area process raw natural gas to separate natural gas liquids and remove impurities before sending the gas to pipelines. This plant plays a role in the regional energy infrastructure, contributing to natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial use. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risk factors, but operations are subject to standard environmental and safety regulations to manage potential impacts on air quality and local ecosystems.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of eastern Colorado, characterized by grassland ecosystems and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing exposure risks. The area experiences occasional drought and wildfire conditions, which can affect operational safety. Standard mitigation measures include leak detection and pressure monitoring to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located approximately 12.6 miles east of Cheyenne Wells, Colorado, in Cheyenne County, United States.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas, separating natural gas liquids and impurities before the gas enters transmission pipelines.
Gas extraction plants in Colorado must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level environmental and safety rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Capacities vary widely, but many plants in the region process between 50 and 200 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd), depending on the scale of local production.
Key concerns include methane emissions, air quality impacts from flaring or venting, water usage, and potential groundwater contamination. Operators must implement leak detection and emission control technologies.
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