MERIT ENERGY COMPANY - GLENS Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

MERIT ENERGY COMPANY - GLENS is a gas extraction facility situated in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. Colorado is a significant producer of natural gas, with extensive infrastructure supporting extraction and processing. 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 govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw gas before it enters transmission pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. The facility plays a role in the local energy supply chain, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers in the region. Its location in Weld County places it within a dense network of oil and gas operations, contributing to the area's economic activity and energy infrastructure.

The facility is located in an area with active oil and gas development, which can pose risks related to groundwater contamination, air emissions, and land disturbance. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires careful management of operational safety and environmental controls. The region is also subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards such as wildfires and flooding may affect infrastructure integrity.