RME Petroleum Co. - MPU 42-35 Gas Extraction Facility, Cheyenne Wells, Colorado

RME Petroleum Co. - MPU 42-35 is a gas extraction facility situated in Cheyenne Wells, Colorado, within Cheyenne County. The facility is part of the United States' extensive natural gas infrastructure, contributing to the country's energy supply. As an operational gas extraction site, it plays a role in the local and regional energy landscape. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado are subject to state and federal regulations, including those from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The environmental context of this facility includes its location in a rural area of eastern Colorado, characterized by semi-arid conditions and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing some risk factors. However, the facility must manage operational risks such as well integrity, emissions, and potential impacts on local groundwater. Its role in the gas supply chain supports energy needs for residential, commercial, and industrial users.

The facility is located in a rural, semi-arid region of eastern Colorado, with low population density. The primary environmental considerations include potential impacts on local groundwater from extraction activities, air emissions from operations, and land use changes. The area is not in a high seismic zone, but the facility must adhere to state regulations for well construction and spill prevention to mitigate risks.