Overview
OXY USA - Red Mountain Ranch 4-6 is an operational gas extraction facility in Mesa County, Colorado, near Collbran. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
OXY USA - Red Mountain Ranch 4-6 is a gas extraction facility located in Mesa County, Colorado, approximately 3.4 miles east of Collbran. The facility is operational and situated in the Piceance Basin, a region known for natural gas production. It is classified under NAICS code 211130 for natural gas extraction. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, gathering lines, and processing equipment typical of the region. The Piceance Basin is a major gas-producing area, with wells often targeting tight gas formations. This facility contributes to the local gas supply chain, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risk factors, though seismic and climate hazards in the Rocky Mountain region are considerations for infrastructure resilience.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of western Colorado, characterized by rugged terrain and seasonal wildfire risk. Proximity to populated areas is low, with Collbran being a small town. Typical gas extraction in this area involves moderate pressures. Seismic activity is low but present, and winter weather can impact operations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Mesa County, Colorado, approximately 3.4 miles east of Collbran, with coordinates 39.220586, -107.890399.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces raw natural gas from wells in the Piceance Basin, which is then processed and transported via pipelines.
The facility is owned by OXY USA, a subsidiary of Occidental Petroleum.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA, with safety standards under DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Capacity varies widely; in the Piceance Basin, individual wells can produce from a few hundred thousand to several million cubic feet per day, depending on reservoir characteristics.
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