Overview
CRESTONE PEAK - SALISBURY 1 BATTERY is a gas extraction facility in Firestone, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations. It is part of the Weld County gas infrastructure network.
CRESTONE PEAK - SALISBURY 1 BATTERY is a gas extraction facility located in Firestone, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility operates in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. As a gas extraction battery, it processes raw natural gas from nearby wells, contributing to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. Typical gas extraction batteries in this region handle capacities ranging from small to medium scale, with multiple well connections and separation equipment. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Environmental considerations for this facility include proximity to populated areas in Firestone and potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. The facility's role in the regional gas grid supports energy delivery to communities and industries in Colorado. Operational status is active, indicating ongoing contribution to the state's gas production infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas activity. Proximity to residential areas in Firestone necessitates careful management of emissions and noise. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for dust and water usage concerns. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) addresses environmental impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Firestone, Colorado, in Weld County, at SWSW SEC 11 T2N R68W.
It is a gas extraction battery that processes raw natural gas from wells, separating gas, oil, and water for further transport and refining.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Gas extraction batteries vary in capacity, typically ranging from 1 to 50 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD), depending on the number of connected wells and reservoir characteristics.
The facility processes gas from local wells, feeding into gathering pipelines that transport gas to processing plants and ultimately to end-users in Colorado and beyond.
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