Overview
Hilcorp Energy - Huber Lewis 2-33 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 Lewis 2-33 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 3.6 miles east of Durango. The facility is operational and falls under the NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. The site is situated in the San Juan Basin, a region known for significant natural gas reserves. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework for gas infrastructure, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is subject to state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules. The plant's scale is typical for a mid-sized extraction operation in the region, contributing to the local gas supply chain. The environmental context of the facility includes its location in a semi-arid region with proximity to the Animas River watershed. Operations are conducted with consideration for local air quality and water resources, as typical for gas extraction in Colorado. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to regional markets, supporting energy needs in the Four Corners area.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southwestern Colorado, near the Animas River watershed. Gas extraction operations in this area are subject to state regulations addressing air emissions, water protection, and seismic activity. The site's proximity to populated areas requires adherence to setback requirements and monitoring of fugitive emissions. Regional climate exposure includes potential for wildfires and drought, which are managed through operational protocols.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 3.6 miles east of Durango, at coordinates 37.253501 N, -107.747949 W.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces raw natural gas from the San Juan Basin, which is then processed and transported for commercial use.
The facility operates under US federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state oil and gas conservation rules enforced by the COGCC.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated to minimize impacts on air quality, water resources, and wildlife. Operators must comply with emissions controls, water management plans, and seismic monitoring requirements.
The facility supplies natural gas to regional gathering systems and processing plants, supporting energy distribution in the Four Corners area and beyond.
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