Overview
Crimson Exploration, Inc. operates the Habel A-1, A-2 gas extraction facility near Bennett, Colorado. This operational site is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin's natural gas infrastructure.
Crimson Exploration, Inc. operates the Habel A-1, A-2 gas extraction facility located approximately 8.6 miles northeast of Bennett, Colorado, in Adams County. The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the United States' natural gas supply chain, supporting local energy markets and interstate pipeline networks. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies such as the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA). While specific technical specifications are not detailed, typical gas extraction operations in this region involve well drilling, completion, and production using conventional or unconventional methods. The site's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Environmentally, the facility's location in a semi-arid region with agricultural and rural land use requires careful management of water resources and emissions. The proximity to populated areas like Bennett necessitates adherence to setback regulations and air quality standards. The facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demand while operating within Colorado's evolving regulatory framework for oil and gas development.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado with mixed agricultural and rural land use. Proximity to populated areas requires compliance with setback regulations and air quality standards. Water management and methane emission controls are key environmental considerations for gas extraction operations in this area.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 8.6 miles northeast of Bennett, Colorado, in Adams County, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
It is a natural gas extraction facility operated by Crimson Exploration, Inc., focusing on the production of natural gas and natural gas liquids.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA for pipeline safety.
Key concerns include water usage and protection, methane emissions, air quality, and compliance with setback distances from homes and schools.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in the United States, with extensive natural gas infrastructure supporting local and interstate energy markets.
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