PLAINS EXPLORATION - MCDANIEL 11-16 SWD Gas Extraction Facility, Collbran, Colorado

PLAINS EXPLORATION - MCDANIEL 11-16 SWD is a gas extraction facility located in Collbran, Mesa County, Colorado. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply chain in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and integrity. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader upstream sector that feeds into transmission and distribution networks. This facility plays a role in the local energy infrastructure, supporting natural gas production in Colorado's Piceance Basin. Its location in a rural area reduces proximity risks to densely populated zones, though standard operational safety measures are in place.

The facility is situated in a rural area of western Colorado, near the Grand Mesa. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with seasonal temperature variations. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing community exposure risks. Standard environmental management practices for gas extraction, including groundwater protection and emissions control, are expected to apply.