Hilcorp Energy - Huber Ransford 4-4 Gas Extraction Facility, Durango, Colorado

Hilcorp Energy - Huber Ransford 4-4 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 3.8 miles east of Durango. The facility is operational and situated in the San Juan Basin, a region known for natural gas production. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline design, construction, and operation. The San Juan Basin is a mature gas-producing region with extensive infrastructure, and this facility likely contributes to local gas gathering and processing networks. Environmentally, the facility is located in a semi-arid region with proximity to the Colorado Plateau. Gas extraction activities in this area are subject to state and federal environmental regulations, including air quality and water management requirements. The facility's location near Durango means it operates within a community context, requiring adherence to safety and operational standards.

The facility is situated in La Plata County, Colorado, within the San Juan Basin, a region with a history of oil and gas development. The local environment includes semi-arid terrain and proximity to the Colorado Plateau. Gas extraction operations here are subject to air quality regulations due to potential emissions, and water management practices are critical given the arid climate. The facility's location near Durango adds a community interface, emphasizing the need for safe operations and compliance with local environmental standards.