Overview
Impetro Resources LLC - Forbes 1-23 is a gas extraction facility located in Washington County, Colorado, near Akron. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Impetro Resources LLC - Forbes 1-23 is a gas extraction facility situated in Washington County, Colorado, approximately 10.9 miles southwest of Akron. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in the upstream gas sector. Operating within the United States, this facility adheres to federal pipeline safety regulations enforced by PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas transmission and distribution. The facility's location in Colorado's Denver-Julesburg Basin places it within a region known for significant natural gas production, where typical extraction operations involve wellhead compression and initial processing before gas enters the pipeline network. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply chain, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity. Its operational status and regulatory compliance ensure alignment with safety and environmental standards, while its position in a rural area reduces proximity-related risks to populated zones.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Washington County, Colorado, characterized by agricultural land and low population density. This reduces potential exposure to populated areas, a key risk factor for gas extraction operations. The region's semi-arid climate and flat terrain pose minimal seismic or flood hazards, though drought conditions may influence water usage for extraction processes. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules addresses environmental safeguards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Washington County, Colorado, approximately 10.9 miles southwest of Akron, at NWNE SEC 23 T1N R54W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas transmission and distribution safety.
Risk factors include proximity to populated areas, operating pressure, and seismic hazards. This facility's rural location reduces population exposure, but standard operational risks remain.
The basin hosts numerous extraction facilities with varying capacities. This facility's specific capacity is not disclosed, but typical operations range from small to medium scale.
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