GUNNISON - SPU COCKCROFT 1294 23-41D-H1R Gas Extraction Facility, Delta County, Colorado

GUNNISON - SPU COCKCROFT 1294 23-41D-H1R is a gas extraction facility located in Delta County, Colorado, approximately 6.8 miles northeast of Cedaredge. The facility is operational and situated in the Gunnison River Basin, a region with active natural gas production. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas processing. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. Colorado's oil and gas operations are additionally governed by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which enforces strict well integrity and environmental standards. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often involving hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. This facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting natural gas delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial users in western Colorado. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain community exposure risks, though operations must manage seismic and climate hazards common to the Rocky Mountain region. The facility's grid role is part of a broader network supplying gas to the Western US market.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of western Colorado, characterized by rugged terrain and proximity to the Grand Mesa. Local environmental considerations include potential impacts on groundwater from hydraulic fracturing and produced water management. The area experiences moderate seismic activity and seasonal wildfire risks, which are factored into operational safety protocols. Regulatory oversight by COGCC requires monitoring of air emissions and water usage to minimize ecological disruption.