Overview
FOUNDATION ENERGY MGMT - LEWIS USA 36-1 is a gas extraction facility located near Fruita, Colorado, USA. It operates in Garfield County and is classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
FOUNDATION ENERGY MGMT - LEWIS USA 36-1 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 21.1 miles northwest of Fruita, Colorado, in Garfield County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas supply chain within the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader upstream sector that includes drilling and initial processing of natural gas. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its involvement in both raw gas extraction and natural gas liquids recovery. Located in the Piceance Basin, a region known for natural gas production, this facility contributes to the local energy infrastructure. Its proximity to the Colorado River and mountainous terrain necessitates adherence to environmental regulations to mitigate impacts on air quality and water resources. The facility supports regional energy demands and economic activity in Garfield County.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of western Colorado, near the Colorado River. Gas extraction activities in this area must manage potential impacts on local air quality, water resources, and wildlife habitats. The region is also subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards such as wildfires and drought, which can affect operational safety and environmental compliance.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 21.1 miles northwest of Fruita, Colorado, in Garfield County, USA.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level environmental and safety rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
The Piceance Basin in western Colorado is a major natural gas-producing region, with extensive reserves of tight gas and natural gas liquids. Facilities like this one contribute to the basin's output and the local economy.
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