Overview
PATARA OIL & GAS - FOSSIL FEDERAL 8 is an operational gas extraction facility located in Egnar, Colorado, United States. It operates within the San Miguel County area.
PATARA OIL & GAS - FOSSIL FEDERAL 8 is a gas extraction facility situated in Egnar, Colorado, within the United States. The facility is operational and serves the natural gas production sector in the region. Its location in San Miguel County places it within a landscape characterized by rural and mountainous terrain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader natural gas supply chain that includes drilling, processing, and distribution. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) classify its activities. Environmentally, the facility's operations are subject to standard industry practices for emissions control and land use. Its remote location in Colorado's mountainous region may involve considerations for wildlife and water resources. The facility contributes to the local energy infrastructure, supporting regional gas supply and economic activity.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural, mountainous area of Colorado, which may present challenges related to seismic activity and climate exposure, such as wildfires or heavy snowfall. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate community risk. Standard environmental controls for gas extraction, including emissions management and water protection, are expected to be in place.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Egnar, San Miguel County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 38.071305, -108.695925.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level environmental and drilling regulations enforced by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Gas extraction facilities vary widely in scale, from small single-well sites to large multi-well pads. The U.S. natural gas industry is a major global producer, with thousands of active extraction sites across the country.
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