Overview
PETROSHARE - WAILES 1/ WAILES FARM 2-8 is a gas extraction facility located in Aurora, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
PETROSHARE - WAILES 1/ WAILES FARM 2-8 is a gas extraction facility situated in Aurora, Adams County, Colorado, approximately 7.5 miles northeast of town. The facility is operational and contributes to the regional gas supply infrastructure in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. As a gas extraction site, it involves drilling and production activities typical of the sector, with NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction). The facility's scale is consistent with medium-sized operations in the region. This facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to the Aurora and Denver metropolitan areas, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity. Its location in a densely populated county requires adherence to safety and environmental standards to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transportation.
Environmental context
Located in Adams County, Colorado, the facility is in a semi-arid region with potential for seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires and droughts. Proximity to populated areas like Aurora necessitates careful management of operational risks, including well integrity and emissions control. The facility's environmental context is shaped by local water resource constraints and air quality regulations under the Clean Air Act.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Aurora, Adams County, Colorado, United States, approximately 7.5 miles northeast of town.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines, as well as state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules.
The facility is currently operational.
Colorado is a major natural gas producer, with the Denver-Julesburg Basin being a key region. Gas extraction supports local energy supply and economic activity, but is subject to stringent environmental and safety regulations.
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