Overview
ENCANA OIL & GAS (USA), INC. - GASAWAY is an operational gas extraction facility located near DeBeque, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
ENCANA OIL & GAS (USA), INC. - GASAWAY is a gas extraction facility located in Mesa County, Colorado, approximately 19.5 miles northwest of DeBeque. The facility is operational and situated in the Brush Creek Station area, a region known for natural gas production within the Piceance Basin. 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 and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it processes raw natural gas from wells, with typical capacities ranging from small to medium scale for the region. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both gas and NGL production. This facility contributes to the regional energy supply, supporting local and downstream natural gas markets. Its location in a sparsely populated area reduces certain risk factors, though seismic and climate hazards in Colorado's Western Slope may influence operational safety protocols. The facility's grid role is part of the broader US natural gas infrastructure network.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of western Colorado, characterized by rugged terrain and seasonal wildfire risks. Proximity to populated areas is low, with the nearest town being DeBeque about 20 miles away. Operating pressure and vintage of equipment are typical for gas extraction sites in the Piceance Basin, with standard safety measures for seismic activity and climate-related hazards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Mesa County, Colorado, approximately 19.5 miles northwest of DeBeque, at the Brush Creek Station area.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes raw natural gas and natural gas liquids from wells in the Piceance Basin.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for gas pipeline design, construction, and operation.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado vary from small to large, with many in the Piceance Basin being medium-scale, processing tens to hundreds of millions of cubic feet per day.
The remote location reduces population exposure risks, but the region's seismic activity and wildfire potential require robust safety protocols.
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