Overview
HILCORP ENERGY - HUBER BURKETT 4-3 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 BURKETT 4-3 is a gas extraction facility located approximately 6.3 miles east of Durango, Colorado, in La Plata County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It is situated in the San Juan Basin, a region with significant natural gas production. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically use conventional drilling and completion techniques, with production tied to local gathering systems and processing plants. The San Juan Basin is known for coalbed methane and tight gas formations. This facility contributes to the regional natural gas supply, supporting local energy needs and downstream industrial use. Its location in a semi-rural area near Durango means it operates with consideration for community and environmental factors, including water management and air quality controls typical of Colorado's oil and gas regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region near the Animas River valley, with potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. Colorado regulations require emissions controls and water management plans for gas extraction sites. The area experiences seasonal wildfire risk and occasional seismic activity, which are considered in operational safety protocols.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 6.3 miles east of Durango, Colorado, in La Plata County, at the address SESW SEC 3 T34N R8W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the San Juan Basin, operating under NAICS codes for crude petroleum and natural gas extraction.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state oil and gas rules.
The San Juan Basin is a major natural gas producing region, with facilities ranging from small wells to large-scale processing plants. This facility is part of a network of extraction sites.
The facility supports local energy supply and employment, while operating under environmental regulations to manage air emissions and water use.
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