Gas Extraction Operational

OXY USA - HELLS GULCH 25-12/26-11 Gas Extraction Facility, Collbran, Colorado

COLLBRAN, Colorado, United States

Overview

OXY USA - HELLS GULCH 25-12/26-11 is an operational gas extraction facility in Collbran, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.

OXY USA - HELLS GULCH 25-12/26-11 is a gas extraction facility located in Collbran, Mesa County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the Rocky Mountain area. As a gas extraction site, it 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 integrity. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate it is involved in natural gas extraction and related support activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, often utilizing hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling technologies. The facility plays a role in the local energy grid, supplying natural gas to downstream processing plants and distribution networks. Its location in Mesa County places it within a region with active oil and gas development, contributing to both local employment and energy production. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas and seismic activity in the Rocky Mountain region.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in Mesa County, Colorado, an area with moderate seismic hazard exposure due to its location in the Rocky Mountain region. Proximity to populated areas like Collbran requires adherence to safety regulations regarding well integrity and pipeline routing. The arid climate and local ecosystems may be sensitive to potential emissions or water usage, though specific impacts depend on operational practices.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Collbran, Mesa County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 39.333296, -107.631738.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs. It is currently operational.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).

Gas extraction in Mesa County ranges from small to medium-scale operations, often using hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations.

Environmental risks include potential groundwater contamination, air emissions, and seismic activity. Facilities must implement mitigation measures as required by state and federal regulations.

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