Crestone Peak - Aristocrat 1-8 Gas Extraction Facility, Gilcrest, Colorado

Crestone Peak - Aristocrat 1-8 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 5.6 miles southeast of Gilcrest. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It is classified under NAICS codes 211111, 211112, and 211130, indicating crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, natural gas liquid extraction, and natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) oversees state-level regulations. The facility's location in Weld County places it in an area with significant gas infrastructure, including gathering lines and processing plants. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region have capacities ranging from small to medium, often supporting local and regional gas supply. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural land and the South Platte River basin. The facility's operations are subject to air quality and water management regulations. As part of the broader gas infrastructure network, Crestone Peak - Aristocrat 1-8 contributes to the energy supply for the region, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial users in Colorado and beyond.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land use. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks. Proximity to the South Platte River raises considerations for water resource management and potential impacts from spills or runoff. The facility's operations are subject to Colorado's air quality regulations and methane emission reduction targets.