CRESTONE PEAK - BOULDER BANK 1 BATTERY Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

CRESTONE PEAK - BOULDER BANK 1 BATTERY is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the region's natural gas production needs, contributing to the broader gas infrastructure network in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. 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 is part of the upstream sector, focusing on the initial recovery of natural gas from wells. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate activities related to natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction. This facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs. Its location in Weld County, a key area for oil and gas production in Colorado, underscores its significance in the state's energy landscape.

The facility is situated in an area with potential seismic and climate hazard exposure, common in the Rocky Mountain region. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires adherence to safety regulations to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and pipeline operations. Local environmental considerations include air quality management and water resource protection.