Overview
Crestone Peak - Pony Station is a gas extraction facility in the Aurora area, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Crestone Peak - Pony Station is a gas extraction facility located in the Aurora area, Adams County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas supply infrastructure for the region. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas value chain, connecting production to transmission networks. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, specifically the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas pipelines and facilities. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate the facility's involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. The scale of the facility is typical for a mid-sized gas extraction operation in Colorado, a state with significant natural gas production. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas in the Denver-Aurora metropolitan region. The facility's location in a seismically stable area and the regulatory oversight by PHMSA help mitigate risks. The plant contributes to the local energy supply and supports the regional grid, providing natural gas for residential, commercial, and industrial use in the surrounding communities.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Denver-Aurora metropolitan area, a region with moderate population density. Proximity to populated areas necessitates strict adherence to safety regulations to minimize risks. The area is not known for high seismic activity, reducing the risk of earthquake-related incidents. Climate hazards such as wildfires or flooding are managed through standard operational protocols. The facility's environmental impact is primarily related to emissions and land use, which are regulated under federal and state environmental laws.
Frequently asked questions
Crestone Peak - Pony Station is located in the Aurora area, Adams County, Colorado, United States, with coordinates 39.771388, -104.585833.
Crestone Peak - Pony Station is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado operate under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with state-level environmental and safety regulations enforced by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
The facility supplies natural gas to the Denver-Aurora metropolitan area, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs, and integrates into the broader regional gas transmission network.
Environmental considerations include emissions management, water usage, land disturbance, and proximity to populated areas. Facilities must comply with the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state-specific regulations to minimize environmental impact.
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