CRESTONE PEAK - LEONARD 3 Gas Extraction Facility, Firestone Area, Colorado

CRESTONE PEAK - LEONARD 3 is a gas extraction facility located in the Firestone Area, Weld County, Colorado. The facility operates in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, one of the most active oil and gas producing regions in the United States. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, covering natural gas extraction and oil and gas operations. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Colorado has specific regulations for gas extraction, including setback requirements from buildings and water sources, as well as air quality controls. The facility is part of a dense network of wells in Weld County, which is the leading oil and gas producing county in Colorado. As an operational gas extraction site, CRESTONE PEAK - LEONARD 3 contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity. The facility's location in a rural area near Firestone means it is subject to oversight for environmental impacts, including groundwater protection and air emissions. Its role in the regional gas infrastructure supports downstream processing and distribution.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to regulations addressing water usage, methane emissions, and proximity to populated areas. The Denver-Julesburg Basin has experienced increased scrutiny regarding air quality and groundwater impacts, leading to enhanced monitoring and reporting requirements.