Crestone Peak - Woolley Unit 'B' 1-8 Gas Extraction Facility, Erie, Colorado

Crestone Peak - Woolley Unit 'B' 1-8 is a gas extraction facility located in Erie, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, supporting local energy 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 and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of a network that processes and transports natural gas from the basin to downstream markets. This facility plays a role in meeting energy demands in Colorado and the broader region. Its location in Weld County places it in an area with significant oil and gas activity, contributing to the local economy and energy grid stability.

The facility is situated in an area with moderate seismic activity and occasional extreme weather events, including tornadoes and blizzards. Proximity to populated areas in Erie requires adherence to safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and pipeline operations.