Overview
Foundation Energy - Scofield 31-7 is a gas extraction facility located in Yuma County, Colorado, near Eckley. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Foundation Energy - Scofield 31-7 is a gas extraction facility situated in Yuma County, Colorado, approximately 3.1 miles southeast of Eckley. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in natural gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, governed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is part of a region with significant natural gas activity, particularly in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. Typical operations involve drilling, extraction, and initial processing of natural gas. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Yuma County. Its operational status ensures ongoing gas production for regional markets. The site's location in a rural area reduces proximity to dense populations, but standard safety measures for gas extraction apply, including well integrity and emission controls.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural agricultural area of eastern Colorado, with low population density. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and gas extraction activities may impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Water usage for hydraulic fracturing and produced water management are environmental considerations typical for this sector.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Yuma County, Colorado, approximately 3.1 miles southeast of Eckley, at NWNE Sec 7 T1N R45W.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces raw natural gas, which is then processed for distribution to end users.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal regulations from PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Common concerns include methane emissions, water usage and contamination risks from hydraulic fracturing, and impacts on local air quality.
It is a small to medium-scale extraction site contributing to the natural gas supply in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, supporting regional energy needs.
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