ENCANA GATHERING SVC. (USA) INC. - RADAR Gas Extraction Facility in Bennett, Colorado

ENCANA GATHERING SVC. (USA) INC. - RADAR is a gas extraction facility located in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, United States. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The facility is classified under NAICS code 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) and is part of the broader gas infrastructure network serving the Rocky Mountain region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it likely includes wellheads, gathering lines, and separation equipment typical of upstream operations. The scale of such facilities in Colorado varies, with many supporting regional gas processing and transmission. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Bennett and Adams County. Its operational status ensures continued gas production for residential, commercial, and industrial use. The site's location in a semi-rural area near Denver highlights the intersection of energy infrastructure and urban expansion, requiring careful management of safety and environmental impacts.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado with low annual precipitation. Proximity to populated areas like Bennett and Denver necessitates robust safety measures for gas extraction operations. Seismic risk in the area is low, but climate hazards such as wildfires and extreme weather events may pose operational challenges. Regulatory compliance under PHMSA and state environmental agencies helps mitigate potential impacts on air quality and groundwater.