Crestone Peak - Billings Puritan Battery Gas Extraction Facility in Frederick, Colorado

Crestone Peak - Billings Puritan Battery is a gas extraction facility located in Frederick, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and plays a role in natural gas production in the 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 govern pipeline safety and gas operations. As a gas extraction plant, it is part of the broader infrastructure supporting the oil and gas industry in Colorado, a state with significant natural gas reserves. The facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County. Its location in a region with active gas production underscores its role in the energy infrastructure of the United States.

The facility is situated in an area with potential environmental considerations typical of gas extraction operations, including proximity to populated areas and exposure to seismic or climate hazards. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require careful management of emissions and water resources to minimize ecological impact.