Overview
Renegade O&G- Champlin 248 Amoco C is a gas extraction facility located in Aurora, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Renegade O&G- Champlin 248 Amoco C is a gas extraction facility situated in Adams County, Colorado, approximately 1.6 miles east of Aurora. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction activities. As part of the United States' extensive gas infrastructure, this facility contributes to the regional energy supply. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and adheres to DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. Gas extraction facilities in Colorado typically involve drilling and production operations, often in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas region. The facility's scale is consistent with medium-sized operations in the area. Environmentally, the facility is located in a semi-arid region with proximity to the Denver metropolitan area. Gas extraction activities in this area are subject to state and federal regulations regarding air emissions, water use, and land disturbance. The facility's role in the local gas grid supports energy needs for residential and industrial users in the Front Range urban corridor.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Adams County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with significant oil and gas activity. The local environment is characterized by semi-arid plains and proximity to urban areas, which necessitates careful management of emissions and water resources. Gas extraction operations here are subject to Colorado's stringent air quality regulations and groundwater protection rules, given the potential for methane leaks and water contamination. The facility's location near Aurora increases the importance of safety measures to protect populated areas.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Adams County, Colorado, approximately 1.6 miles east of Aurora, at coordinates 39.831320, -104.552960.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs, contributing to the regional energy supply.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state environmental and drilling regulations.
The NAICS code is 211130, which corresponds to natural gas extraction.
The facility provides natural gas for residential and industrial use in the Denver metropolitan area, while being subject to safety and environmental regulations to minimize risks to nearby populations.
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