Overview
Hilcorp Energy - Portable Wellhead Engine is an operational gas extraction facility in Durango, Colorado, USA. It supports natural gas production in La Plata County.
Hilcorp Energy - Portable Wellhead Engine is a gas extraction facility located in Durango, Colorado, within La Plata County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's natural gas production, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a portable wellhead engine, it is designed for flexibility in gas extraction operations, typical of smaller-scale or temporary setups in the sector. Located in the Rocky Mountain region, the facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity. Its portable nature allows for deployment in various well sites, supporting efficient gas recovery while adhering to environmental and safety standards.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in La Plata County, Colorado, an area with varied terrain and climate. Proximity to populated areas like Durango requires careful management of emissions and noise. The region's seismic activity is generally low, but operational pressures and wellhead integrity are critical for safety.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at HB: 1256 CR 223, Durango, Colorado 81301, USA, in La Plata County.
It is a gas extraction facility that operates as a portable wellhead engine, supporting natural gas production in the region.
The facility is currently operational, actively engaged in gas extraction activities.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level environmental and drilling regulations.
A portable wellhead engine is mobile and can be moved between well sites, offering flexibility for temporary or remote extraction operations, unlike fixed plants that are permanent installations.
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