ENCANA OIL & GAS (USA) INC. - P16OU Gas Extraction Facility, Debeque, Colorado

ENCANA OIL & GAS (USA) INC. - P16OU is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 4.2 miles northeast of Debeque, Colorado, in Mesa County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. It is part of the extensive gas infrastructure network in the United States, particularly in the Piceance Basin region known for natural gas production. 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 employs typical technologies such as wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines to process raw natural gas. The scale of operations is consistent with medium-sized extraction facilities in the region, contributing to the local gas supply chain. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region with proximity to the Colorado River and populated areas. Its operational significance lies in supporting regional energy demands and the broader U.S. natural gas grid. The site's location in Mesa County places it within an area with moderate seismic activity and variable climate conditions, which are considered in its risk profile.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of western Colorado, near the Colorado River and within the Piceance Basin. The area experiences moderate seismic activity and seasonal weather extremes, including winter snow and summer heat. Proximity to populated areas and water bodies necessitates careful management of emissions and potential leaks to protect local communities and ecosystems.