Overview
Crestone Peak - Ione 23 Battery is a natural gas extraction facility in Weld County, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations, contributing to regional gas supply.
Crestone Peak - Ione 23 Battery is a natural gas extraction facility located in the Aristocrat Ranchettes area of Weld County, Colorado. The facility is situated approximately 3.4 miles from the town center and operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. As an operational gas extraction site, it plays a role in the local energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its involvement in both extraction and processing. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, with capacities often measured in millions of standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd). Environmental considerations for this facility include proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with agricultural and residential land uses necessitates adherence to state and federal environmental regulations. Its operational status contributes to the regional gas supply chain, supporting downstream consumers and industrial users.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado with mixed agricultural and residential land use. Proximity to populated areas requires careful management of emissions and noise. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires and droughts, which can affect infrastructure integrity and operational safety.
Frequently asked questions
Crestone Peak - Ione 23 Battery is located in the Aristocrat Ranchettes area of Weld County, Colorado, approximately 3.4 miles from the town center, at coordinates 40.165474 N, -104.747528 W.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces and processes natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Facilities in this basin range from small to medium scale, with capacities often between 10 and 100 MMscfd, depending on the specific well and processing infrastructure.
Key factors include proximity to residential areas, air quality impacts from emissions, water usage and disposal, and potential for seismic activity or climate-related hazards like wildfires.
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