Powder River Basin - G&B - AAPG Province 515 Gas Extraction Facility, Denver, Colorado

POWDER RIVER BASIN - G&B - AAPG PROVINCE 515 is a gas extraction facility located in Denver, Colorado, United States. The facility is part of the Powder River Basin, a major coalbed methane and natural gas producing region. It operates within the broader context of US gas infrastructure, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility's NAICS code 211130 indicates it is involved in natural gas extraction. Gas extraction facilities in the Powder River Basin typically range from small to medium scale, with production often tied to coalbed methane. The facility is situated in an urban area of Denver, which may influence operational considerations such as proximity to populated areas. As part of the US gas supply chain, this facility contributes to regional energy security and economic activity. Its location in Denver provides access to major pipeline networks and markets. The regulatory framework ensures safety and environmental compliance, including standards for well construction, emissions, and water management.

The facility is located in an urban area of Denver, Colorado, which presents considerations related to proximity to populated areas. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to state and federal regulations addressing air emissions, water use, and seismic activity. The Powder River Basin is known for coalbed methane extraction, which involves managing produced water and methane leakage. Local environmental factors include semi-arid climate and potential impacts on groundwater resources.