Overview
Enduring Resources - Hill 5-3 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, near Durango. The plant operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Enduring Resources - Hill 5-3 is a gas extraction facility situated in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 2.2 miles southeast of Durango. The plant is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It is part of the extensive natural gas infrastructure in the Rocky Mountain region. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. Gas extraction in Colorado typically involves drilling and wellhead operations, with production transported via gathering lines to processing plants. The region's geology includes the San Juan Basin, a major natural gas producing area. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and supports the broader natural gas grid serving the Four Corners region. Its proximity to Durango (2.2 miles) places it near a populated area, requiring adherence to safety and environmental standards. The plant's role in gas extraction is significant for meeting regional energy demands.
Environmental context
The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, within the San Juan Basin, an area with active natural gas extraction. Proximity to Durango (2.2 miles) means the plant operates near a populated area, necessitating careful management of emissions and noise. The region experiences semi-arid climate with potential for drought, and extraction activities may impact local water resources. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) ensures environmental compliance.
Frequently asked questions
Enduring Resources - Hill 5-3 is located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 2.2 miles southeast of Durango, at coordinates 37.243513, -107.773656.
Enduring Resources - Hill 5-3 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids. It operates under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA. Operators must comply with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety and state rules on well construction, water protection, and air emissions.
The facility provides energy resources and economic benefits to the Durango area. Its proximity to populated areas requires adherence to safety and environmental standards to minimize impacts on air quality, water resources, and noise.
The US regulatory framework for gas extraction includes the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and Safe Drinking Water Act. Pipeline safety is governed by PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192. State agencies like COGCC also enforce additional rules.
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