GREAT WESTERN O & G- HEINZE 1 Gas Extraction Facility in Eaton, Colorado

GREAT WESTERN O & G- HEINZE 1 is a gas extraction facility located in Eaton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant oil and gas activity within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe transportation of natural gas. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often associated with multiple well pads. Environmentally, the facility is located in an agricultural area with proximity to the South Platte River basin. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and gas extraction operations must manage water usage and potential emissions. The facility's grid role contributes to local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County.

The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Proximity to the South Platte River basin raises considerations for water management and potential impacts on local hydrology. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to state and federal regulations addressing air emissions, water protection, and land disturbance. The facility's location in a seismically stable area reduces earthquake-related risks, but operational pressures and pipeline integrity remain key environmental factors.