Overview
CRESTONE PEAK - MUMBY STATE 36H-P266 is an operational gas extraction facility in Weld County, Colorado, near Fort Lupton. It operates under U.S. PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
CRESTONE PEAK - MUMBY STATE 36H-P266 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, near the Fort Lupton area. The facility is operational and falls under the NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction. It is situated in a region known for active oil and gas development, particularly in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. 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 governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely includes wellheads, separators, and gathering lines that transport raw gas to processing plants. The scale of such facilities in Weld County varies, but many are part of large-scale operations due to the basin's productivity. Environmentally, the facility is located in an area with mixed agricultural and residential land use. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates adherence to safety regulations regarding well spacing and emission controls. The facility's role in the local gas supply chain contributes to regional energy infrastructure, supporting both industrial and residential consumers.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas activity. The local environment includes agricultural lands and communities, requiring careful management of emissions and water usage. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton means that operational safety and environmental compliance are critical, with regulations addressing air quality, groundwater protection, and noise control.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, near the Fort Lupton area, with coordinates 40.090489 N, -104.717845 W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells, operating under NAICS code 211130.
The facility is subject to U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules.
Weld County hosts a range of gas extraction facilities, from small well sites to large multi-well pads, often part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin's extensive operations.
The facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity, but requires careful environmental management due to proximity to agricultural and residential areas.
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