Laramie Energy - Hawkins Ranch 11-13 Gas Extraction Facility, Collbran, Colorado

Laramie Energy - Hawkins Ranch 11-13 is a gas extraction facility situated in Mesa County, Colorado, approximately 5.6 miles southeast of Collbran. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's natural gas production, contributing to the broader energy infrastructure of the United States. 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. As a gas extraction site, it is subject to state and federal regulations regarding drilling, production, and environmental protection. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids recovery. Located in the Piceance Basin, a prolific natural gas producing region, this facility is part of a network of wells and infrastructure that supplies gas to local and national markets. Its operational status underscores its ongoing contribution to energy supply, while its location in a rural area with moderate population density influences its risk profile.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of western Colorado, characterized by sagebrush steppe and pinyon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate community exposure. However, the area is subject to seismic activity from natural causes and potential induced seismicity from hydraulic fracturing. Climate hazards include wildfires and flash floods, which could impact infrastructure integrity.