Overview
Patina Gold 1 & 22-11 is a gas extraction facility in Evans, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Patina Gold 1 & 22-11 is a gas extraction facility located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the natural gas sector in the region, contributing to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of a broader network of wells and processing plants typical of Colorado's Denver-Julesburg Basin, known for its natural gas production. Environmental considerations for this facility include proximity to populated areas in Evans and exposure to seismic and climate hazards common to the region. The facility's role in the grid supports local energy needs and downstream industrial consumers, highlighting its significance in the regional gas infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to the city of Evans raises considerations for community safety and air quality. The region experiences occasional seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires and floods, which are relevant to gas infrastructure risk management.
Frequently asked questions
Patina Gold 1 & 22-11 is located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.379459, -104.767914.
Patina Gold 1 & 22-11 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety.
Gas extraction facilities in the US vary widely, from small single-well sites to large multi-well pads. Patina Gold 1 & 22-11 is a multi-well facility typical of the region.
Gas extraction can affect local air quality, water resources, and land use. Operators must comply with environmental regulations to mitigate these impacts.
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