OXY USA - LARAMIE LAND & CATTLE 17-5 PAD Gas Extraction Facility, Collbran, Colorado

OXY USA - LARAMIE LAND & CATTLE 17-5 PAD is a gas extraction facility situated in Mesa County, Colorado, approximately 4.1 miles southeast of Collbran. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. As part of the United States gas infrastructure, it contributes to the region's energy supply. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas pipelines. In Colorado, gas extraction facilities are also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The typical scale for such facilities in this region involves moderate production volumes, with well pads connected to gathering lines that transport gas to processing plants. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area of western Colorado, characterized by the Grand Mesa and Roan Plateau. The region's semi-arid climate and proximity to the Colorado River watershed require careful management of water resources and emissions. The facility's role in the local gas grid supports energy needs for nearby communities and industries, while adhering to environmental standards set by state and federal agencies.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Mesa County, Colorado, near the Grand Mesa and Roan Plateau. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with variable precipitation, and the facility's operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations. Proximity to populated areas and the Colorado River watershed necessitates careful management of air emissions, water usage, and potential impacts on local wildlife. The facility's compliance with PHMSA and COGCC regulations helps mitigate risks associated with gas extraction.