CRESTONE PEAK - MURATA 1 BATTERY Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

CRESTONE PEAK - MURATA 1 BATTERY is a gas extraction facility located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas production. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes associated with this facility (211111, 211112, 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, natural gas liquid extraction, and natural gas extraction activities. The facility's location in Weld County places it in an area with extensive gas infrastructure and proximity to populated areas. The environmental context includes potential impacts from gas extraction activities, such as air emissions and water usage. The facility's proximity to Fort Lupton and other communities necessitates adherence to safety and environmental regulations. Its role in the local gas supply chain contributes to energy production for the region.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires careful management of emissions and operational safety. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use add considerations for water resources and land disturbance. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission and federal PHMSA standards helps mitigate environmental risks.