Overview
Crestone Peak - Deason F Unit #1 is an operational gas extraction facility in the Erie area, Boulder County, Colorado, United States. It plays a role in regional natural gas supply.
Crestone Peak - Deason F Unit #1 is a gas extraction facility located in the Erie area of Boulder County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. Its location in the Denver-Julesburg Basin places it within a significant area for 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 for pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is subject to Colorado state regulations for drilling and production, including permitting and environmental oversight. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction), 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its involvement in various stages of gas production. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a region with mixed urban and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas like Erie and Boulder necessitates careful management of emissions, noise, and water usage. The site's operational significance lies in its contribution to local energy infrastructure and the broader natural gas network serving Colorado and beyond.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Boulder County, Colorado, an area with growing population and urban development. Proximity to residential zones requires adherence to strict air quality and water management regulations. The region's semi-arid climate and occasional wildfire risks add to operational considerations for gas extraction sites.
Frequently asked questions
Crestone Peak - Deason F Unit #1 is located in the Erie area of Boulder County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.100643, -105.067474.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, contributing to the regional energy supply in Colorado.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA for pipeline safety, following DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major geological formation in Colorado and surrounding states, known for significant oil and natural gas production, including the area around Erie.
The facility provides energy resources and economic benefits but requires careful environmental management due to its proximity to populated areas, including air quality and water use oversight.
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