ENCANA - BURY CRANDELL C UNIT 2 Gas Extraction Facility, Broomfield, Colorado

ENCANA - BURY CRANDELL C UNIT 2 is a gas extraction facility located in Broomfield, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with significant natural gas production. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. Colorado has its own set of oil and gas regulations enforced by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which includes rules on well spacing, environmental protection, and public safety. The facility's location in Broomfield, a suburban area near Denver, subjects it to additional local land-use and zoning requirements. As a gas extraction site, this facility contributes to the regional energy supply chain, feeding natural gas into processing and transmission networks. Its proximity to populated areas necessitates robust safety measures and monitoring to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transport. The facility's role in the local economy and energy infrastructure underscores its significance in meeting regional demand.

The facility is located in Broomfield, Colorado, a suburban area with a mix of residential and commercial development. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with occasional drought conditions, which can affect water availability for extraction operations. Proximity to populated areas increases the importance of managing emissions, noise, and potential groundwater impacts. The facility's operations are subject to Colorado's stringent air and water quality regulations, including methane emission controls and groundwater monitoring requirements.