Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

Peterson Energy Operating, Inc. Gas Extraction Facility in Aurora, Colorado

AURORA, Colorado, United States

Overview

Peterson Energy Operating, Inc. is a gas extraction facility located in Aurora, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

Peterson Energy Operating, Inc. is a gas extraction facility situated in Aurora, Adams County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas supply chain within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a significant area for oil and gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe transportation of natural gas. As a gas extraction site, it is part of a network of facilities that support the country's energy infrastructure, with typical capacities ranging from small to medium scale depending on local geology and production rates. The environmental context of this facility includes its location near the urban area of Aurora, which necessitates careful management of operational impacts such as emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. The facility's role in the local energy grid contributes to the supply of natural gas for residential, commercial, and industrial use in the region.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Adams County, Colorado, near the city of Aurora, which is part of the Denver metropolitan area. This proximity to populated areas requires adherence to strict safety and environmental regulations to minimize risks associated with gas extraction, including potential air emissions, water contamination, and noise. The region's semi-arid climate and geological characteristics influence operational practices, particularly regarding water management and land restoration.

Frequently asked questions

Peterson Energy Operating, Inc. is located in Aurora, Adams County, Colorado, United States, at NWSE SEC 11 T3S R65W.

Peterson Energy Operating, Inc. is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, contributing to the energy supply in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).

The facility follows federal and state safety regulations, including pipeline integrity management, leak detection, and emergency response plans, to protect nearby communities and the environment.

Gas extraction in Aurora involves managing air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. Operators must implement best practices to minimize impacts on the local semi-arid ecosystem and urban areas.

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