Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

ENCANA - MCCONAHAY 6-4-34 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

FORT LUPTON, Colorado, United States

Overview

ENCANA - MCCONAHAY 6-4-34 is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, United States. It operates under PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

ENCANA - MCCONAHAY 6-4-34 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant natural gas production. As part of the United States gas infrastructure, it contributes to the country's energy supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically utilize hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling technologies to access natural gas reserves. The scale of operations is consistent with medium-sized extraction sites in the area. Environmentally, the facility's location in Weld County places it within an area with moderate seismic activity and proximity to agricultural lands. The operational status indicates ongoing gas extraction, which supports local energy needs and contributes to the regional grid. The facility's role in the broader gas infrastructure network is significant for Colorado's energy portfolio.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with moderate seismic risk and exposure to climate hazards such as wildfires and droughts. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires adherence to safety regulations to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction. The region's agricultural context also necessitates careful management of water resources and land use.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.096365, -104.761077.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, operating under U.S. PHMSA regulations.

The facility is currently operational, indicating active gas extraction activities.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.

Risks include potential leaks, explosions, groundwater contamination, and seismic activity. Regulatory frameworks aim to mitigate these through safety standards and monitoring.

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