Crimson Exploration, Inc - Compton 34-27 Gas Extraction Facility, Bennett, Colorado

Crimson Exploration, Inc - Compton 34-27 is a gas extraction facility located near Bennett, Colorado, in Adams County. The facility is operational and serves the natural gas sector in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for its oil and gas production. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its role in both extraction and processing. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado are subject to state and federal oversight, including Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules. The facility's location in a rural area near Bennett reduces proximity risks to dense populations. Its operational status suggests ongoing contribution to regional gas supply. The environmental context includes potential impacts on local air quality and water resources, managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado, where water availability and air quality are key environmental considerations. Gas extraction activities can affect local ecosystems through land disturbance and emissions. The area's seismic risk is low, but climate hazards such as drought and wildfires may pose operational challenges. Regulatory frameworks require monitoring and mitigation of environmental impacts.