OXY USA - Cascade Creek Central Facility: Gas Extraction Plant in De Beque, Colorado

OXY USA - Cascade Creek Central Facility is a gas extraction plant located in De Beque, Mesa County, Colorado. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas production infrastructure in the region, contributing to the broader gas supply network 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 govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is involved in the initial processing of natural gas from wells, typically including separation, dehydration, and compression before transport. Located in the Piceance Basin, a significant natural gas-producing region, the Cascade Creek Central Facility plays a role in local energy production. Its proximity to populated areas and seismic activity in Colorado are factors considered in operational safety and environmental management.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of western Colorado, near the Colorado River. Local environmental considerations include potential impacts on air quality from gas extraction activities and water usage in a water-scarce area. The region experiences moderate seismic activity, which is a factor in infrastructure design and risk assessment.