Overview
Crestone Peak - Wiggett Battery is an operational gas extraction facility in Erie, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Crestone Peak - Wiggett Battery is a gas extraction facility located in Erie, Boulder County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply infrastructure. It is situated in an area with active oil and gas development, reflecting the broader energy landscape of the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission and distribution. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas value chain, focusing on the initial processing of raw natural gas from wells. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Environmentally, the facility is located in a region with a mix of agricultural and residential land uses. Proximity to populated areas like Erie necessitates adherence to safety and environmental regulations to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction operations. The facility's role in the local gas grid supports energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the area.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Boulder County, Colorado, an area with a history of oil and gas development. The local environment includes a mix of agricultural lands and suburban communities, requiring careful management of emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies ensures compliance with environmental standards to protect air and water quality.
Frequently asked questions
Crestone Peak - Wiggett Battery is located in Erie, Boulder County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.057806 N, -105.063702 W.
Crestone Peak - Wiggett Battery is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas from wells, separating liquids and preparing gas for transmission into pipelines.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal regulations such as PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
The facility is currently operational, contributing to natural gas supply in the region.
Gas extraction can affect air quality, water resources, and land use. Facilities must implement mitigation measures to minimize emissions, manage wastewater, and reduce surface disturbance, subject to regulatory oversight.
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