Overview
POLARIS PRODUCTION OPCO - BIG SKY 5-11 is a gas extraction facility located in Lincoln County, Colorado, approximately 18.7 miles north of Genoa. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
POLARIS PRODUCTION OPCO - BIG SKY 5-11 is a gas extraction facility situated in Lincoln County, Colorado, about 18.7 miles north of Genoa. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is part of a region with significant oil and gas activity, particularly in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility's scale is typical for mid-sized extraction operations in the area. This facility contributes to the local gas supply chain, supporting energy needs in the region. Its location in a rural area of Lincoln County reduces proximity to dense populations, but it is subject to standard environmental and safety oversight. The operational status ensures ongoing contribution to the state's gas production capacity.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of eastern Colorado, characterized by grassland ecosystems and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas is low due to the rural setting, but the facility must manage potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. Standard environmental controls for gas extraction, such as emissions monitoring and spill prevention, are applicable under state and federal regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Lincoln County, Colorado, approximately 18.7 miles north of Genoa, at SWNW SEC 11 T6S R54W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas transmission and extraction safety.
The facility is currently operational, contributing to gas production in the region.
The facility is in a rural, semi-arid area with low population density, requiring standard environmental controls for air and water quality.
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