Overview
PIONEER NAT RES - ASTON 33-13 is an operational gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, near Aguilar. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
PIONEER NAT RES - ASTON 33-13 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 13.7 miles southwest of Aguilar. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the United States. 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. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader natural gas supply chain, with typical capacities varying by well and infrastructure. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) apply to this facility. This facility contributes to the local energy grid and supports regional gas supply. Its location in a rural area of Colorado involves considerations for environmental management, including proximity to populated areas and potential seismic or climate hazards typical of the region.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, which is characterized by semi-arid climate and occasional seismic activity. Proximity to populated areas like Aguilar necessitates careful operational practices to mitigate risks. The region's gas extraction activities are subject to environmental regulations addressing air quality, water use, and land disturbance.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 13.7 miles southwest of Aguilar, with coordinates 37.257070 N, -104.837985 W.
It is an operational gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, contributing to the US energy supply.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for pipeline design, construction, and operation.
Capacity varies widely; typical gas extraction facilities in the region can produce from a few million to over 100 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd), depending on well characteristics.
Environmental considerations include managing air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance, with oversight from state and federal agencies to minimize impacts on local ecosystems and communities.
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