MARATHON OIL CO TALBERT C 2 Gas Extraction Facility, Cheyenne Wells, Colorado

MARATHON OIL CO TALBERT C 2 is a gas extraction facility situated in Cheyenne County, Colorado, near Cheyenne Wells. The facility is operational and falls under the jurisdiction of US federal regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and DOT 49 CFR Part 192. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the regional energy supply chain. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, which mandates strict safety and environmental standards for gas extraction and transmission. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado are subject to state and federal oversight, including well construction, production, and pipeline integrity management. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate the facility's involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. This facility contributes to the local economy and energy infrastructure in Cheyenne County. Its operational status ensures ongoing gas supply to downstream markets. The environmental context includes the semi-arid climate of eastern Colorado, where water management and land use are key considerations for gas extraction activities.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of eastern Colorado, where water resources are limited and land use is primarily agricultural. Gas extraction activities in this area are subject to state regulations addressing water protection, air emissions, and land disturbance. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing some community exposure risks, but the facility must manage potential impacts on local groundwater and air quality.