CRESTONE PEAK - GRANT SALISBURY ELMQUIST Gas Extraction Facility, Firestone, Colorado

CRESTONE PEAK - GRANT SALISBURY ELMQUIST is a gas extraction facility situated in Firestone, Colorado, within Weld County. This area is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the local gas supply infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both gas and NGL production. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas like Firestone and potential impacts on air quality and water resources. The facility's location in a seismically stable region reduces certain risks, but operational safety and methane emissions remain key concerns. Its role in the regional gas grid supports energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users.

The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas activity. Proximity to the town of Firestone raises considerations for community exposure to emissions and potential incidents. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require careful management of water resources and air quality. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA and state agencies addresses pipeline safety and environmental protection.