Overview
Crimson Exploration, Inc-Unruh 23-23, 13 is a gas extraction facility in Commerce City, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT regulations. It supports local energy supply in Adams County.
Crimson Exploration, Inc-Unruh 23-23, 13 is a gas extraction facility located in Commerce City, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the United States. 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 operations. As a gas extraction site, it is part of a network of wells and processing units typical of Colorado's active oil and gas sector, with NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicating natural gas extraction and support activities. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region near the South Platte River, with proximity to residential areas in Commerce City. Its operations are subject to state and federal oversight to manage emissions, water use, and land disturbance, aligning with Colorado's evolving regulatory landscape for oil and gas development.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Adams County, Colorado, a region with a mix of urban and agricultural land use. Proximity to the South Platte River and Denver metropolitan area necessitates careful management of air emissions, water resources, and noise. Colorado's regulatory framework includes stringent rules for methane capture and groundwater protection, reflecting the state's focus on balancing energy production with environmental stewardship.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 39.948292, -104.633456.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, contributing to the regional energy supply.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state oil and gas rules.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small single-well sites to large multi-well pads, with production capacities varying widely. This facility is part of a broader network in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Colorado's regulatory framework includes the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules, which address well construction, emissions, water protection, and land reclamation, alongside federal PHMSA standards.
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