Overview
CRESTONE PEAK - TOWNSEND BATTERY is a gas extraction facility located in Firestone, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
CRESTONE PEAK - TOWNSEND BATTERY is a gas extraction facility located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, USA. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's natural gas production, 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 govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader infrastructure supporting natural gas processing and distribution in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The environmental context includes proximity to populated areas in Firestone and surrounding communities. The facility's operations are subject to local and federal regulations aimed at minimizing risks such as leaks or accidents. Its role in the gas grid supports energy needs while requiring careful management of safety and environmental impacts.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to residential areas in Firestone necessitates adherence to strict safety protocols. The region experiences occasional seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which are considered in risk management for gas infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at coordinates 40.162000, -104.907010.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of natural gas, operating under US regulations.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are regulated by the US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
Risks include potential leaks, explosions, and environmental impacts. Regulatory frameworks like PHMSA's pipeline safety rules aim to mitigate these through design, maintenance, and emergency response requirements.
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