HAMBERT COMPRESSOR STATION - Gas Extraction Facility in Gilcrest, Colorado

HAMBERT COMPRESSOR STATION is a gas extraction facility located at 18450 County Road 35 in Gilcrest, Weld County, Colorado. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the United States. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130, indicating crude petroleum and natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, and operation of natural gas pipelines and compressor stations. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) provides additional state-level oversight. Compressor stations like this one are critical for maintaining pressure and flow in natural gas gathering and transmission systems. As part of the regional gas infrastructure, HAMBERT COMPRESSOR STATION plays a key role in processing and transporting natural gas from the basin to downstream markets. Its location in Weld County places it in an area with significant agricultural and industrial activity, contributing to the local energy supply chain.

The facility is situated in an agricultural region of Weld County, with proximity to populated areas including Gilcrest and nearby towns. Natural gas compressor stations can pose risks related to fugitive emissions, noise, and potential leaks. The area is subject to seismic activity typical of the Rocky Mountain region, though major events are infrequent. Climate hazards include occasional severe weather such as tornadoes and blizzards, which could impact operations.