Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

HRM RESOURCES II - UPV #25-8N3 Gas Extraction Facility, Bennett, Colorado

BENNETT, Colorado, United States

Overview

HRM RESOURCES II - UPV #25-8N3 is a gas extraction facility located in Bennett, Colorado, United States. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region.

HRM RESOURCES II - UPV #25-8N3 is a gas extraction facility situated in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. This basin is a significant hydrocarbon-producing area, contributing to the United States' natural gas supply. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating its involvement in natural gas extraction and support activities. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely employs conventional drilling and completion techniques typical of the region, including hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling, which are common in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. This facility plays a role in the local energy infrastructure, supplying natural gas to the regional grid. Its location in a rural area near Bennett minimizes proximity to dense populations, though it is subject to Colorado's state-level regulations on emissions and water use. The facility's operations contribute to the broader U.S. energy mix, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers.

Environmental context

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado, where water resources are a key environmental consideration. Gas extraction activities in the area are subject to state regulations on water usage and wastewater disposal. The site's rural setting reduces direct exposure to populated areas, but potential risks include groundwater contamination and air emissions from drilling and production. Seismic activity in the region is low, but the area is prone to occasional drought and wildfire, which could impact operations.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, United States, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.

It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.

These facilities are regulated by the U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state regulations on emissions, water use, and well construction.

The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in Colorado, known for its Niobrara shale formation and extensive horizontal drilling operations.

Potential environmental impacts include water usage, groundwater contamination risks, air emissions, and land disturbance. Regulations aim to mitigate these through permits and monitoring.

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