QEPM Gathering I, LLC - B.W. Musser 10 Gas Extraction Facility near Craig, Colorado

QEPM Gathering I, LLC - B.W. Musser 10 is a gas extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 46.7 miles northwest of Craig. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas supply chain within the region. Its location in the Rocky Mountain area places it within a significant gas-producing basin. 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 gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). The facility's scale is typical for the region, which is known for both conventional and unconventional gas production. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can impact local air quality and water resources. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing production, contributing to the local economy and energy supply.

The facility is located in a sparsely populated area of northwestern Colorado, characterized by sagebrush steppe and grazing lands. The region experiences cold winters and dry summers, with potential for seismic activity due to nearby fault lines. Gas extraction operations may affect local air quality through emissions and water resources through hydraulic fracturing or produced water management.