HRM Resources II - Champlin 1-31 Gas Extraction Facility, Aurora, Colorado

HRM Resources II - Champlin 1-31 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 3.7 miles north of Aurora, Colorado, in Adams County. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the United States, a country with extensive gas infrastructure governed by federal regulations. The facility operates under the NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both extraction and processing. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, often utilizing hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling techniques. The regulatory framework includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. This facility plays a role in the local energy supply chain, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial demand in the Denver-Aurora metropolitan area. Its location in Adams County places it within a region with active oil and gas development, contributing to the state's energy portfolio and economic activity.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado, with proximity to the Denver-Aurora urban area. Gas extraction operations in this area may face environmental considerations such as water usage, air emissions, and potential impacts on local ecosystems. The region is also subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards include drought and wildfires. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) addresses these concerns.