Gas Extraction Operational

Crestone Peak - Sullivan #34-26 Gas Extraction Facility, Frederick, Colorado

FREDERICK, Colorado, United States

Overview

Crestone Peak - Sullivan #34-26 is a gas extraction facility located in Frederick, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

Crestone Peak - Sullivan #34-26 is a gas extraction facility situated in Frederick, Weld County, Colorado. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, which is a key component of the local energy infrastructure. Colorado's gas extraction sector is regulated by state and federal agencies, ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe transportation of natural gas. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region use advanced drilling and completion techniques to access reserves in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The scale of operations can vary, but many facilities in Weld County are part of a larger network of wells and processing plants. Environmental considerations for gas extraction facilities include proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on air and water quality. Crestone Peak - Sullivan #34-26 is located in a region with active oil and gas development, and operators are required to implement best management practices to minimize environmental footprint. The facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demands while adhering to regulatory requirements.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas activity. Proximity to populated areas like Frederick necessitates careful management of emissions and water usage. Operators must comply with Colorado's stringent air quality regulations and methane reduction targets. The region's semi-arid climate also requires efficient water management for hydraulic fracturing operations.

Frequently asked questions

Crestone Peak - Sullivan #34-26 is located in Frederick, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at SW SE SEC 26 T2N R68W.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, contributing to the local energy supply.

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).

The facility operates under environmental regulations that address air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. Operators implement best practices to minimize impacts on local ecosystems and communities.

Capacity varies widely, but many gas extraction wells in the region produce between 1 and 10 million cubic feet per day (MMcf/d), depending on reservoir characteristics and well design.

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