Overview
Hilcorp Energy - Huber Burkett 1-25 is a gas extraction facility located near Bayfield, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Hilcorp Energy - Huber Burkett 1-25 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 5.8 miles northwest of Bayfield. The facility is operational and situated in the San Juan Basin, a region known for natural gas production. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate it engages in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction as well as natural gas liquid extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often producing several million cubic feet per day. The facility's location in a rural area with moderate population density influences its operational risk profile. Environmentally, the facility's proximity to the San Juan National Forest and the Animas River watershed requires careful management of emissions and water usage. The region experiences seasonal wildfire risk and occasional seismic activity, which are factored into safety protocols. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets, supporting energy needs in the Four Corners area.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region with moderate population density near Bayfield, Colorado. The area is prone to seasonal wildfires and occasional seismic activity, which are considered in operational safety plans. Proximity to the San Juan National Forest and the Animas River watershed necessitates careful management of air emissions and water resources to minimize ecological impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 5.8 miles northwest of Bayfield, with coordinates 37.276338 N, -107.699504 W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas pipelines and facilities.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado vary from small to large, with many in the San Juan Basin producing several million cubic feet per day. This facility is likely medium-scale.
The area is near the San Juan National Forest and Animas River watershed, requiring careful management of emissions and water use. Wildfire and seismic risks are also considered.
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