Overview
RKY MTN NATRL GAS LLC - WOLF CREEK #35-1 is a gas extraction facility located in Pitkin County, Colorado, approximately 11.2 miles southwest of Carbondale. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
RKY MTN NATRL GAS LLC - WOLF CREEK #35-1 is a gas extraction facility situated in Pitkin County, Colorado, about 11.2 miles southwest of Carbondale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's location in the Rocky Mountain region suggests it may tap into natural gas reserves from formations such as the Mancos Shale or Mesaverde Group, typical for this area. As a gas extraction site, Wolf Creek #35-1 contributes to the regional energy supply, feeding into local gathering systems and potentially interstate pipelines. Its proximity to the White River National Forest and the Roaring Fork River watershed means environmental management is critical, with focus on water protection and emissions control under state and federal guidelines.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a mountainous region of Colorado, near the White River National Forest, which is ecologically sensitive. Gas extraction in this area requires careful management of water resources, air emissions, and potential impacts on wildlife. The site's elevation and climate pose challenges for infrastructure integrity, including freeze-thaw cycles and seismic stability. Regulatory oversight by the COGCC and EPA ensures adherence to environmental standards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Pitkin County, Colorado, approximately 11.2 miles southwest of Carbondale, in the United States.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and Colorado state rules from the COGCC.
Gas extraction in Colorado involves managing water usage, methane emissions, and land disturbance. Operators must comply with state and federal environmental regulations to minimize impacts.
As a gas extraction site, it feeds into local gathering systems and interstate pipelines, contributing to the natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial use.
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