MULL DRILLING - NWAU #5 TANK BATTERY Gas Extraction Facility in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado

MULL DRILLING - NWAU #5 TANK BATTERY is a gas extraction facility located in Cheyenne Wells, Cheyenne County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, which cover natural gas extraction and oil and gas field machinery. It is situated in a rural area of eastern Colorado, an active region for oil and gas development. The facility operates as a tank battery, a common configuration for gathering and storing produced hydrocarbons before transport. In the United States, such facilities are regulated under the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The facility's scale is typical for a small to medium-sized tank battery in the region, supporting local gas production. As part of the gas extraction infrastructure, this facility contributes to the natural gas supply chain in Colorado. The state has a significant natural gas industry, with production from the Denver-Julesburg Basin and other formations. The facility's role is to collect and temporarily store gas from nearby wells, ensuring efficient transport to processing plants or pipelines.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of eastern Colorado, characterized by agricultural land and low population density. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing potential exposure risks. The area is not prone to significant seismic activity, but climate hazards such as drought and wildfires may pose operational risks. The facility's design and operation must comply with state and federal environmental regulations to minimize impacts on air quality and local ecosystems.