JETTA OPERATING CO., INC. CRAIG 1-7 Gas Extraction Facility, Craig, Colorado

JETTA OPERATING CO., INC. CRAIG 1-7 is a gas extraction facility located in Moffat County, Colorado, near the city of Craig. The facility is operational and is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure in the Rocky Mountain region, which is known for its significant natural gas reserves and production activities. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas pipelines and extraction facilities. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. As a gas extraction facility in Colorado, it contributes to the local energy supply and supports the regional economy. The facility's location in Moffat County places it within an area with a history of energy development, and its operations are subject to state and federal environmental and safety standards.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, characterized by sagebrush steppe and pinyon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas like Craig requires careful management of emissions and noise. The area experiences cold winters and hot summers, with potential for seismic activity due to nearby fault lines, though risks are generally low. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state agencies ensures environmental protections are in place.