OXY USA - ESPERANZA 9-5 Gas Extraction Facility, Collbran, Colorado

OXY USA - ESPERANZA 9-5 is a natural gas extraction facility situated in Mesa County, Colorado, about 3.6 miles southeast of Collbran. The facility is part of the broader gas infrastructure network in the United States, contributing to domestic energy production. Its operational status is active, and it is classified under NAICS code 211130 for natural gas extraction. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and adheres to DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. As a gas extraction site, it involves drilling and production activities typical of the region's oil and gas fields. The facility's scale is consistent with other extraction sites in Colorado's Piceance Basin, known for its natural gas reserves. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a rural area with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can impact local air quality and water resources. The facility's proximity to the Colorado River watershed necessitates careful management of produced water and emissions to minimize ecological disruption.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of western Colorado, characterized by rugged terrain and sensitive ecosystems. Gas extraction operations can affect local air quality through methane emissions and volatile organic compounds. Water usage and produced water disposal are key environmental considerations, given the area's reliance on groundwater and surface water for agriculture and wildlife. Seismic activity in the region is low, but the facility's infrastructure must withstand occasional weather extremes.