Overview
Crestone Peak - Ione 32 8 is a gas extraction facility located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates in Weld County, a key region for natural gas production.
Crestone Peak - Ione 32 8 is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 3.2 miles north of Fort Lupton. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas operations. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the natural gas supply chain, with typical capacities varying based on well productivity and infrastructure. This facility plays a role in meeting local and regional energy demands. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with significant oil and gas activity, contributing to the economic and energy landscape of Colorado.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land use. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates careful management of operational risks, including potential emissions and water usage. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, which can influence water availability for extraction processes.
Frequently asked questions
Crestone Peak - Ione 32 8 is located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County, United States. The facility is situated approximately 3.2 miles north of Fort Lupton.
Crestone Peak - Ione 32 8 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas. It is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, extracting gas from underground reservoirs.
The facility operates under U.S. federal regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which cover gas pipeline design, construction, and operation. State-level regulations in Colorado also apply.
The facility is currently operational, actively extracting natural gas for distribution and use.
As a gas extraction site, it supplies raw natural gas to processing plants and pipelines, contributing to the energy grid that serves residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region.
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