EXTRACTION O&G - EAST ERIE 2-17 Gas Extraction Facility in Erie, Colorado

EXTRACTION O&G - EAST ERIE 2-17 is a gas extraction facility located in Erie, Weld County, Colorado. The facility is operational and serves the natural gas supply chain in the region. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the local energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, often associated with the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility's location in Weld County places it within a region with significant oil and gas activity. Its operational status ensures continued contribution to the local gas supply. The facility's proximity to Erie, a growing community, highlights the intersection of energy infrastructure and urban development.

The facility is located in an area with moderate seismic activity and occasional extreme weather events typical of Colorado's Front Range. Proximity to populated areas like Erie requires adherence to safety regulations regarding operating pressure and well integrity. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use necessitate careful water management and emissions controls.