Overview
Extraction Oil & Gas - Q5000-1109 is an operational gas extraction facility in Brighton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations for pipeline safety.
Extraction Oil & Gas - Q5000-1109 is a gas extraction facility located at 821 CR 27 in Brighton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the region's natural gas production needs, contributing to the broader gas infrastructure network in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. 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 integrity. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, focusing on the initial recovery of natural gas from underground reservoirs. Typical operations involve drilling, well completion, and initial processing to separate gas from liquids and solids. Located in Weld County, one of the most active oil and gas producing regions in Colorado, this facility plays a role in supporting local energy supply and economic activity. Its proximity to Brighton, a growing urban area, necessitates careful management of operational risks, including well integrity and emissions control, to ensure community safety and environmental compliance.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the semi-arid climate of northeastern Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas development. Proximity to the South Platte River and agricultural lands requires careful management of water resources and potential impacts from extraction activities. The region is also subject to occasional seismic activity, which can affect well and pipeline integrity, necessitating robust monitoring and risk mitigation measures.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 821 CR 27 in Brighton, Weld County, Colorado, USA.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs, part of the upstream oil and gas sector.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
The facility contributes to local energy supply and employment but requires careful management of emissions, water use, and noise to minimize impacts on nearby residents in Brighton.
Facilities in this basin range from small single-well sites to large multi-well pads, with production capacities varying from a few million cubic feet per day to over 100 MMcf/d.
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