Overview
Hilcorp Energy - Huber 2-34 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Durango, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Hilcorp Energy - Huber 2-34 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 5.6 miles east of Durango. The facility is operational and situated in the San Juan Basin, a region known for natural gas production. It is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas operations. 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 regulations, enforced by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), also apply. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region use hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations, with capacities ranging from small to medium scale. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in La Plata County. Its proximity to Durango (5.6 miles east) places it near a populated area, which is a consideration for operational safety and environmental monitoring. The facility's role in the San Juan Basin supports regional gas infrastructure and downstream processing.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the San Juan Basin, a semi-arid region with variable climate conditions. Proximity to Durango (population ~19,000) raises considerations for air quality and noise management. Colorado's regulatory framework requires emissions controls and water management plans for gas extraction sites. The area is not in a high seismic zone, but local geology may influence well integrity.
Frequently asked questions
Hilcorp Energy - Huber 2-34 is located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 5.6 miles east of Durango, with the address SWNW SEC 34 T35N R8W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
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.
Proximity to Durango requires adherence to local air quality and noise ordinances, as well as community engagement for safety and environmental monitoring.
Facilities in the San Juan Basin range from small to medium scale, with production capacities often in the range of 1-50 million cubic feet per day.
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