Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

ENCANA CONNER #22-34 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

FORT LUPTON, Colorado, United States

Overview

ENCANA CONNER #22-34 is a gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, United States. It is operational and located in Weld County.

ENCANA CONNER #22-34 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, which is a key component of the United States energy infrastructure. Colorado's gas extraction activities are regulated under state and federal frameworks, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for associated pipelines. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both extraction and processing. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often producing several million cubic feet per day. The regulatory environment includes Colorado's stringent oil and gas rules, which address well integrity, emissions, and water management. ENCANA CONNER #22-34 is situated in an agricultural and suburban area near Fort Lupton, with proximity to residential zones. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing contribution to local energy supply and economic activity. Environmental considerations include potential impacts on air quality and groundwater, managed through state permits and best practices in the sector.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and residential land use. Proximity to populated areas necessitates careful management of emissions and noise. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and experiences variable climate conditions including drought and occasional wildfires, which can affect infrastructure integrity. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission ensures compliance with environmental standards.

Frequently asked questions

ENCANA CONNER #22-34 is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.096431, -104.756225.

ENCANA CONNER #22-34 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.

The facility is currently operational, contributing to natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.

Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA for pipelines. Rules cover well construction, emissions, water protection, and safety.

Environmental considerations include air emissions (methane, VOCs), water usage and contamination risks, land disturbance, and noise. Operators must obtain permits and implement mitigation measures.

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