Questar Exploration - Spargo SE #1 Gas Extraction Facility, Cortez, Colorado

Questar Exploration - Spargo SE #1 is a gas extraction facility located at 22925 County Road in Cortez, Montezuma County, Colorado. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. As part of the United States gas infrastructure, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility operates in the gas extraction sector, which involves the drilling and production of natural gas. Typical operations include wellhead equipment, separators, and gathering pipelines. In Colorado, gas extraction is subject to state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) in addition to federal standards. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211112, 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, natural gas liquid extraction, and natural gas extraction activities. Located in the Four Corners region, the facility is situated in an area with significant natural gas reserves. The environmental context includes potential impacts on air quality and water resources, which are managed through regulatory compliance. The facility plays a role in the local energy supply chain, supporting downstream processing and distribution networks.

The facility is located in Montezuma County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and sensitive ecosystems. Gas extraction operations can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Water usage and potential groundwater contamination are managed through state and federal regulations. The region is also prone to seismic activity, though risks are mitigated through well construction standards.