Overview
EXTRACTION O&G - THRONDSON 1, 3-2, MC2-4 is a gas extraction facility located near Erie, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
EXTRACTION O&G - THRONDSON 1, 3-2, MC2-4 is a gas extraction facility situated in Boulder County, Colorado, approximately 1.4 miles north of Erie. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas extraction and support activities. It serves the regional gas infrastructure network in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a key area for natural gas production. 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. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, supporting local distribution and interstate pipelines. The facility's location in a mixed urban-rural area requires adherence to safety standards for populated areas. Environmental considerations include proximity to residential zones in Erie and potential impacts on air quality and water resources. The facility's role in the local gas supply chain contributes to energy reliability for the Front Range region. Ongoing monitoring and compliance with state and federal regulations help mitigate operational risks.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with a semi-arid climate and proximity to the Rocky Mountains. Local environmental concerns include air emissions from extraction activities and potential groundwater impacts. The area experiences occasional seismic activity, which is a factor in pipeline integrity management. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal PHMSA standards address these risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Boulder County, Colorado, approximately 1.4 miles north of Erie, with coordinates 40.085522, -105.086182.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces and processes natural gas for distribution through regional pipelines.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Facilities in this basin range from small to medium scale, with capacities often between 10 and 100 million cubic feet per day, supporting local and interstate gas markets.
Risks include potential air emissions, groundwater contamination, and seismic activity. Regulatory frameworks like PHMSA and COGCC require monitoring and mitigation measures.
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