Foundation Energy - Hilltop 42-5 Gas Extraction Facility, Eckley, Colorado

Foundation Energy - Hilltop 42-5 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 8 miles south of Eckley, Colorado, in Yuma County. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply chain in the United States, specifically within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for oil and gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellhead operations and initial processing before gas enters transmission pipelines. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both gas and natural gas liquids recovery. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a rural agricultural area of eastern Colorado. Proximity to populated areas is low, but operations may involve flaring, venting, or fugitive emissions typical of gas extraction. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and water usage for hydraulic fracturing or drilling can be a local concern. The facility's role in the gas grid supports energy supply for residential and industrial use in the broader region.

The facility is located in a rural agricultural area of Yuma County, Colorado, with low population density. The semi-arid climate and reliance on groundwater for irrigation and industrial use create potential water resource concerns. Gas extraction operations may contribute to air emissions, including methane and volatile organic compounds, which are regulated under EPA standards. The site's distance from urban centers reduces immediate population risk, but regional air quality and water usage remain environmental considerations.