Overview
HILCORP ENERGY - HINER 4-6 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Durango, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
HILCORP ENERGY - HINER 4-6 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 3.5 miles southeast of Durango. The facility is operational and engaged in natural gas extraction, classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It operates within the United States, a country with extensive natural gas infrastructure and regulatory oversight. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. In Colorado, gas extraction facilities are also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's location in the San Juan Basin, a significant natural gas producing region, places it within a mature gas infrastructure network. As a gas extraction site, HINER 4-6 contributes to the regional energy supply, supporting local and national natural gas demand. Its proximity to Durango (3.5 miles) places it near a populated area, which is a relevant factor for environmental and safety considerations. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing production, and its role in the broader gas grid is typical for extraction sites in this region.
Environmental context
The facility is located near Durango, Colorado, in the San Juan Basin, a region with active natural gas extraction. Proximity to populated areas (3.5 miles from Durango) introduces considerations for community safety and air quality. The area experiences seasonal climate variations, including winter snow and summer thunderstorms, which can affect operations. Seismic activity in Colorado is generally low, but induced seismicity from wastewater injection is a monitored concern in the region.
Frequently asked questions
HILCORP ENERGY - HINER 4-6 is located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 3.5 miles southeast of Durango, at coordinates 37.239455, -107.791011.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces raw natural gas from underground reservoirs, which is then processed and transported via pipelines for distribution.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety.
As part of the San Juan Basin, the facility extracts natural gas that feeds into regional pipelines, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in Colorado and beyond.
Proximity to Durango requires management of air emissions, water usage, and noise. Operators must comply with state and federal environmental regulations to minimize impact.
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