Overview
Hilcorp Energy - Van Schaick C-10 is a gas extraction facility located in Dinosaur, Moffat County, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Hilcorp Energy - Van Schaick C-10 is a gas extraction facility situated in Dinosaur, Colorado, within Moffat County. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, serving the broader US energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream sector, with typical capacities varying based on well productivity and local geology. Located in a rural area of northwestern Colorado, the facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to regional markets. Its operational context includes proximity to the Dinosaur National Monument area, though specific environmental impacts are managed through standard industry practices and state regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, characterized by rugged terrain and sensitive ecosystems. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing population exposure risks. However, the area is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which are relevant to gas infrastructure safety.
Frequently asked questions
Hilcorp Energy - Van Schaick C-10 is located in Dinosaur, Moffat County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.971562, -108.666682.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs, contributing to the US energy supply.
The facility is currently operational, actively extracting natural gas.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
Risk factors include proximity to populated areas, operating pressure, well vintage, and exposure to seismic or climate hazards. Regulatory compliance mitigates these risks.
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