Overview
Extraction O&G - HSR Bennett 16-20 is an operational gas extraction facility in Bennett, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Extraction O&G - HSR Bennett 16-20 is a gas extraction facility located in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas supply chain, serving the broader Denver-Julesburg Basin area. 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 is part of a network that supports local and regional energy needs, with typical capacities varying based on well productivity and infrastructure. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado, where water resources and air quality are key considerations. Proximity to populated areas like Bennett necessitates adherence to safety protocols and emissions controls. The facility's role in the local gas grid contributes to energy reliability for surrounding communities.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado, where water availability and air quality are significant environmental considerations. Proximity to the town of Bennett and agricultural areas requires careful management of emissions and potential groundwater impacts. The region's climate, with hot summers and cold winters, influences operational practices and infrastructure maintenance.
Frequently asked questions
Extraction O&G - HSR Bennett 16-20 is located in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 39.681526, -104.455238.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, contributing to the regional energy supply.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules.
Gas extraction can affect local air quality through emissions and water resources through potential groundwater contamination. Facilities must implement mitigation measures such as emissions controls and water management plans.
Facilities in the basin vary from small single-well sites to larger multi-well pads, with production rates ranging from a few hundred thousand to several million cubic feet per day.
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