Great Western - Heinze 31 North Gas Extraction Facility, Gill, Colorado

Great Western - Heinze 31 North is a gas extraction facility located in Gill, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). These agencies enforce rules on well construction, emissions, and water protection. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region use hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. The scale of such facilities varies, but many in Weld County are medium to large in capacity. Environmentally, the facility's location in an agricultural and rural area means potential impacts on air quality and water resources are closely monitored. The proximity to the South Platte River watershed adds sensitivity to water management. The facility contributes to the regional energy supply, supporting local economies and the broader U.S. natural gas infrastructure.

The facility is situated in an agricultural region of Weld County, Colorado, near the South Platte River watershed. Gas extraction activities in this area are subject to regulations addressing air emissions, water usage, and seismic risks. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, making water conservation a key environmental consideration. Proximity to populated areas requires careful management of noise and traffic impacts.