Overview
GREAT WESTERN O&G - LINNEBUR - UPRR 1 is an operational gas extraction facility in Aurora, Colorado, United States. It supports natural gas production under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
GREAT WESTERN O&G - LINNEBUR - UPRR 1 is a gas extraction facility located in Aurora, Adams County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply chain, serving the broader Denver metropolitan area. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating involvement in both gas processing and extraction. In the United States, such facilities are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines and facilities. Colorado's regulatory framework includes additional state-level oversight from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). As part of the gas extraction infrastructure in Colorado, this facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demands. The Denver-Julesburg Basin, where Aurora is located, is a significant area for natural gas production. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to local energy supply and economic activity.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Aurora, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas requires adherence to stringent safety and environmental regulations. The region's semi-arid climate and potential for seismic activity necessitate robust infrastructure design and monitoring to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transport.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Aurora, Adams County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 39.844971 N, -104.454124 W.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in natural gas and natural gas liquid extraction, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and must comply with federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations under 49 CFR Part 192.
The facility is listed as operational, indicating it is actively engaged in gas extraction activities.
It is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin gas production network, contributing to regional energy supply and supporting downstream processing and distribution.
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