Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

Encana Gaterhering Services (USA) Inc. - Gas Extraction Facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado

FORT LUPTON, Colorado, United States

Overview

Encana Gaterhering Services (USA) Inc. is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado. It serves the Denver-Julesburg Basin under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.

Encana Gaterhering Services (USA) Inc. is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader midstream infrastructure that processes and transports natural gas from wells to transmission pipelines. Located in an area with active oil and gas development, the facility contributes to local energy production and economic activity. Its proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires adherence to safety and environmental standards to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and handling.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, a region with significant oil and gas activity. Proximity to agricultural and residential areas necessitates careful management of emissions and operational safety. The area is subject to semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire, which can impact infrastructure integrity. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA and state agencies addresses these environmental considerations.

Frequently asked questions

Encana Gaterhering Services is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States.

It is a gas extraction facility that processes and gathers natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.

The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with state-level Colorado oil and gas rules.

It supports local energy production and economic activity, but requires careful safety and environmental management due to its proximity to populated areas.

Facilities in the Denver-Julesburg Basin range from small wellhead sites to large processing plants, with capacities varying widely based on production volumes.

Other Gas Extraction plants in United States · 6 nearby

UtilityRadar
More
Press Esc to close · Browse by sector