Overview
GREAT WESTERN - LAMB 33-23, 33-24 is a gas extraction facility in Eaton, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations. It serves the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
GREAT WESTERN - LAMB 33-23, 33-24 is a gas extraction facility located in Eaton, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, supporting local energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline design, construction, and operation. As a gas extraction site, it typically involves wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas before transmission. This facility plays a role in Colorado's energy mix, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the northern Front Range. Its location in Weld County places it in an area with significant oil and gas activity, contributing to the state's energy economy.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an agricultural and semi-rural area near Eaton, Colorado. Proximity to populated areas and potential for methane emissions are key environmental considerations. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and seismic activity is low. Operational practices must comply with state and federal air quality and water protection regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Eaton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at SESW SEC 33 T7N R65W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which cover design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines.
Colorado's gas extraction facilities vary from small well sites to large multi-well pads. This facility is part of the extensive Denver-Julesburg Basin development.
It provides natural gas for energy needs and contributes to local employment and tax revenue, while operating under environmental regulations to minimize impacts.
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