Overview
Renegade Oil & Gas - Whitehead 4-11 is an operational gas extraction facility in Bennett, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Renegade Oil & Gas - Whitehead 4-11 is a gas extraction facility located in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the regional gas infrastructure serving the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. Gas extraction in Colorado typically involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight gas formations. This facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local distribution networks and industrial users. Its location in Adams County places it within a region with active oil and gas development, supporting energy needs while operating under state and federal environmental oversight.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado, where water availability and groundwater protection are key environmental considerations. Proximity to populated areas and agricultural land requires careful management of emissions and potential impacts on local air quality. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, which is monitored as part of operational safety protocols.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, United States, at SW SW SEC 4 T6S R62W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs, contributing to the regional gas supply.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA, with rules covering well construction, emissions, and water management.
The facility follows DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations, which mandate pipeline integrity management, leak detection, and regular inspections to ensure safe operation.
Gas extraction provides energy resources, supports local employment, and contributes to tax revenues in Adams County and Colorado.
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