PATINA CARLSON V 11-7 7JI 8 8JI Gas Extraction Facility, Firestone, Colorado

PATINA CARLSON V 11-7 7JI 8 8JI is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 2.7 miles east of Firestone. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It is classified under NAICS code 211130 for natural gas extraction and is currently operational. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it involves drilling and production activities typical of the region, which includes both conventional and unconventional resources. The scale of operations is consistent with medium-sized extraction facilities in the area. This facility plays a role in the local natural gas supply chain, supporting energy needs in the region. Its location in Weld County, one of the most productive oil and gas counties in the United States, underscores its significance. The facility's operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations aimed at minimizing impacts on air and water quality.

The facility is located in an area with a semi-arid climate and is near agricultural and residential zones. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone requires careful management of emissions and noise. The region is also prone to occasional seismic activity, which is a consideration for well integrity and pipeline safety. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) addresses these environmental factors.