Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

Enduring Resources - Day V Ranch 34 1/2 Gas Extraction Facility, Durango, Colorado

DURANGO, Colorado, United States

Overview

Enduring Resources - Day V Ranch 34 1/2 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, near Durango. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT regulations for natural gas production.

Enduring Resources - Day V Ranch 34 1/2 is a gas extraction facility situated in La Plata County, Colorado, near the city of Durango. The facility is operational and focuses on natural gas production, contributing to the regional energy supply. Its location in the San Juan Basin places it within a historically significant area for natural gas extraction. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas operations. As a gas extraction site, it likely employs conventional drilling and production techniques typical of the region. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its primary activities. This facility plays a role in the local natural gas supply chain, supporting energy needs in the Four Corners region. Its operational status ensures continued contribution to the area's energy infrastructure. The facility's proximity to Durango highlights its integration into the broader energy landscape of Colorado.

Environmental context

The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, within the San Juan Basin, an area with a history of natural gas extraction. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with potential for seismic activity, though major events are rare. Proximity to populated areas like Durango requires adherence to safety regulations to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transport.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, near the city of Durango, at NWSW SEC 35 T34.5N R9W.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under the regulatory oversight of US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

The facility is currently operational, contributing to natural gas production in the San Juan Basin.

Gas extraction facilities in the US must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which cover design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas pipelines.

The San Juan Basin is a major natural gas-producing region in the southwestern US, known for its coalbed methane and conventional gas reserves, contributing significantly to the country's energy supply.

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