MULL DRILLING CO - PATTIE Gas Extraction Facility near Eads, Colorado

MULL DRILLING CO - PATTIE is a gas extraction facility situated in Kiowa County, Colorado, approximately 8.1 miles north of Eads. The facility is operational and falls under the Gas Extraction sector, which includes activities such as crude petroleum and natural gas extraction (NAICS 211111, 211112, 211130). The site is located in a rural area of the Great Plains, characterized by agricultural land and low population density. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas pipelines. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically involve wellheads, separators, and gathering lines that transport raw gas to processing plants. The regulatory framework ensures safety and environmental compliance. As a gas extraction site, MULL DRILLING CO - PATTIE contributes to the regional energy supply chain, supporting natural gas production in Colorado. The facility's location in a sparsely populated area reduces exposure to populated areas, but operations must still manage risks related to well integrity and potential emissions. The site plays a role in the broader gas infrastructure network that serves industrial and residential consumers.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of eastern Colorado, where water resources are limited and agricultural activities dominate. Gas extraction operations can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and may affect groundwater if well integrity is compromised. The area is subject to occasional drought and extreme weather events, which can influence operational risks. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing direct exposure to communities.