ENCANA - MOSER #1 Gas Extraction Facility, Brighton, Colorado

ENCANA - MOSER #1 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 2.2 miles northwest of Brighton. The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas production. As an operational gas extraction site, it contributes to the natural gas supply chain in the United States. 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. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate that the facility is involved in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region employ hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling technologies to access tight gas formations. Environmental considerations for this facility include proximity to populated areas such as Brighton and potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. The facility's location in a seismically stable region reduces earthquake-related risks, but climate hazards such as wildfires and flash floods may pose operational challenges. The facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demand and supporting local economic activity.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to Brighton (2.2 miles) raises considerations for community exposure to emissions and noise. The region experiences semi-arid climate with periodic drought, which can affect water availability for extraction operations. Local ecosystems include shortgrass prairie habitats that may be impacted by infrastructure development.