Overview
CRESTONE PEAK - SPRAGUE 3 BATTERY is an operational gas extraction facility in Firestone, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
CRESTONE PEAK - SPRAGUE 3 BATTERY is a gas extraction facility located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production infrastructure. 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. As a gas extraction site, it typically involves wellhead separation, metering, and initial processing before gas enters transmission pipelines. The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region, with extensive midstream infrastructure. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond. Its location in Weld County places it within an area of active hydrocarbon development, with associated infrastructure for gathering and processing.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with active oil and gas development, which can pose risks related to air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone requires careful management of operational safety and environmental controls. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards such as wildfires and floods may impact infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, United States, in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells, with initial separation and processing before gas enters transmission pipelines.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192), Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules, and federal environmental laws.
Gas extraction batteries vary widely in capacity, from small units handling a few million cubic feet per day to large facilities processing over 100 MMscfd, depending on the number of wells and reservoir characteristics.
Gas extraction can affect air quality through emissions, water resources through hydraulic fracturing and produced water, and land use through well pads and infrastructure. Proper regulation and best practices aim to minimize these impacts.
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