Overview
GRAND RIVER GATH - OH14 WELL PAD is a natural gas extraction facility located near Debeque, Colorado, USA. It operates in Mesa County and is part of the Grand River Gath network.
GRAND RIVER GATH - OH14 WELL PAD is a natural gas extraction facility located near Debeque, Colorado, in Mesa County. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's gas production infrastructure. It is situated in the Piceance Basin, a major natural gas producing area in the western United States. 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 gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) apply to its operations. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to the regional grid and local markets. Its location in Mesa County places it within a landscape that includes the Colorado River corridor and nearby communities. The facility's operations are part of the broader energy infrastructure supporting residential, commercial, and industrial demand in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of western Colorado, near the Colorado River. Proximity to populated areas and water bodies requires careful management of emissions and potential spills. The area is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards include wildfires and flash floods. Regulatory oversight from the COGCC and PHMSA addresses these risks through well construction standards and leak detection requirements.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Debeque, Colorado, in Mesa County, USA. Its coordinates are approximately 39.363895 N, -108.180907 W.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces raw natural gas from underground reservoirs. The gas is then processed and transported via pipelines to end users.
The facility operates under U.S. federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules (49 CFR Part 192) and state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado vary from small well pads to large multi-well sites. The Piceance Basin, where this facility is located, contains thousands of wells with production capacities ranging from a few hundred thousand to several million cubic feet per day.
The facility is subject to environmental regulations that manage air emissions, water usage, and waste disposal. Proximity to the Colorado River requires careful monitoring to prevent contamination. Operators must comply with spill prevention and leak detection programs.
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