Foundation Energy - Champlin 459 Amoco #1 Gas Extraction Facility near Bennett, Colorado

Foundation Energy - Champlin 459 Amoco #1 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 15 miles northeast of Bennett, Colorado, in Adams County. The facility is operational and falls under the Gas Extraction sector, serving the natural gas supply chain in the region. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas infrastructure. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader network that supplies natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial users in Colorado and beyond. The facility plays a role in the local energy landscape, contributing to the natural gas supply that supports heating, electricity generation, and industrial processes. Its location in a rural area near Bennett reflects typical siting considerations for gas extraction operations, balancing access to resources with community safety.

The facility is located in a semi-rural area of Colorado, with proximity to agricultural land and scattered residential developments. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing environmental impacts, including air quality controls and water management practices. The local climate, characterized by semi-arid conditions, influences operational considerations such as dust control and water usage.