Industrial Gas Services - Behring #1 Gas Extraction Facility, Briggsdale, Colorado

Industrial Gas Services - Behring #1 is a gas extraction facility situated in Briggsdale, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas production. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), reflecting its role in the upstream gas sector. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes oversight by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for pipeline safety and compliance with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also regulates extraction activities, ensuring adherence to state-specific environmental and safety standards. As part of the gas extraction infrastructure in Weld County, this facility contributes to the region's energy supply. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain community risks, while its operational status indicates active contribution to local gas production and economic activity.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing potential exposure to gas extraction operations. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards such as drought and wildfires may pose operational risks. Regulatory oversight from COGCC and PHMSA addresses environmental protection and safety.