Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

Laramie Energy LLC Gathering and Boosting Facility, Denver, Colorado | Gas Extraction Infrastructure

DENVER, Colorado, United States

Overview

Laramie Energy LLC operates a gas extraction gathering and boosting facility in Denver, Colorado. The facility supports natural gas production and transmission within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.

Laramie Energy LLC (Gathering and Boosting) is a gas extraction facility located at 1700 Lincoln St, Suite 3950, Denver, Colorado, 80203. Situated in Denver County, the facility plays a role in the natural gas supply chain, focusing on gathering and boosting operations to transport gas from production sites to processing or transmission systems. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety for gas gathering and transmission. As a gathering and boosting station, it likely includes compressors and separators to increase gas pressure and remove liquids. The scale of such facilities in the Denver-Julesburg Basin varies, but typical capacities range from 10 to 100 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd). Located in an urban area of Denver, the facility's proximity to populated areas necessitates robust safety and environmental management. Its role in the regional gas infrastructure supports local energy supply and connects to broader interstate pipelines. The facility's operational status contributes to the reliability of natural gas delivery in Colorado.

Environmental context

The facility is located in an urban setting in Denver, Colorado, which increases the importance of managing risks related to proximity to populated areas. Operating pressure and vintage of equipment are key factors in safety, and the region's seismic and climate hazards, including potential for wildfires and severe weather, require appropriate mitigation measures. The facility's environmental impact is managed through compliance with state and federal regulations.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located at 1700 Lincoln St, Suite 3950, Denver, Colorado, 80203, in Denver County.

It is a gas extraction facility that gathers natural gas from production wells and boosts its pressure for transport to processing plants or pipelines.

The facility operates under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction activities.

Gas gathering facilities are regulated by PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for pipeline design, construction, and operation.

Gathering and boosting stations in the Denver-Julesburg Basin typically have capacities ranging from 10 to 100 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd).

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