Laramie Energy - McDaniel 11-10 Pad: Gas Extraction Facility in Collbran, Colorado

Laramie Energy - McDaniel 11-10 Pad is a gas extraction facility located in Mesa County, Colorado, approximately 6.2 miles northeast of Collbran. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas supply infrastructure in the region. It is situated in the Piceance Basin, a significant area for natural gas production in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it involves drilling and production activities typical of the region. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Mesa County. Its location in a rural area reduces proximity to dense populations, but operations are subject to environmental monitoring for air and water quality. The facility plays a role in meeting regional natural gas demand.

The facility is located in a rural area of western Colorado, near the Grand Mesa National Forest. The region experiences cold winters and mild summers, with potential for snowmelt runoff affecting local waterways. Gas extraction activities may involve water use and methane emissions, which are regulated under state and federal environmental laws. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing immediate risk to communities.