P.O.&G Operating - Busby Trust 1 Gas Extraction Facility, Cheyenne Wells, Colorado

P.O.&G Operating - Busby Trust 1 is a gas extraction facility located in Cheyenne County, Colorado, approximately 3 miles northwest of Cheyenne Wells. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It is situated in a rural area of eastern Colorado, a region known for its oil and gas production. 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 wellhead operations and initial processing before gas enters transmission pipelines. The scale of this facility is typical for small to medium-sized operations in the region, contributing to local energy supply. Environmental considerations for this facility include its location in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can involve risks such as methane emissions and groundwater impacts. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with state and federal regulations, including Colorado's stringent oil and gas rules.

The facility is located in a rural, semi-arid area of eastern Colorado with low population density, which reduces potential exposure to nearby communities. The region's climate is characterized by low precipitation and high evaporation, making water management a key environmental concern for gas extraction operations. Seismic activity in this area is minimal, but the facility must comply with Colorado's regulations on methane emissions and groundwater protection.