GREAT WESTERN - GRANT PROPERTIES LTD #1 Gas Extraction Facility, Bennett, Colorado

GREAT WESTERN - GRANT PROPERTIES LTD #1 is a gas extraction facility located approximately 17.4 miles northeast of Bennett, Colorado, in Adams County. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas production. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the broader natural gas supply chain in the United States. The facility operates under NAICS code 211130, which covers the extraction of natural gas. In the United States, gas extraction is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for pipeline safety and by state-level agencies such as the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The Denver-Julesburg Basin is characterized by tight gas formations and horizontal drilling techniques, typical of modern gas extraction in the region. This facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demands, supplying natural gas to local markets and interstate pipelines. Its location in a rural area of Adams County reduces proximity to densely populated zones, though it operates within a broader network of wells and gathering lines. The environmental context includes semi-arid plains with potential impacts on local air quality and water resources, managed under state regulations.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado, characterized by plains and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas is low due to its rural setting, but the area is subject to seismic activity from induced seismicity related to oil and gas operations. Climate hazards include drought and wildfire risk, which can affect infrastructure integrity. Regulatory oversight by the COGCC addresses water protection and air emissions.