FOUNDATION ENERGY MGMT - FEDERAL 18-16 Gas Extraction Facility, Garfield County, Colorado

FOUNDATION ENERGY MGMT - FEDERAL 18-16 is a gas extraction facility situated in Garfield County, Colorado, approximately 22.1 miles northwest of Fruita. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Its location in the Piceance Basin places it within a significant natural gas producing region of the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe transportation of natural gas. As a gas extraction site, it likely employs conventional drilling and extraction technologies typical of the region, with production capacities varying based on well characteristics. The facility's operational status suggests ongoing contribution to local gas supply. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas and the potential for seismic or climate hazard exposure. The facility's role in the regional gas infrastructure supports energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in Colorado and beyond. Its operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations aimed at minimizing impacts on air and water quality.

The facility is located in Garfield County, Colorado, a region with a semi-arid climate and varied topography. Proximity to populated areas such as Fruita and the Colorado River corridor may influence environmental management practices. The area is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards like wildfires, which are relevant to gas extraction operations. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission ensures compliance with environmental standards.