Overview
SIMCOE LLC - COLE, JAMES GAS UNIT A2 is an operational gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 3.1 miles southeast of Durango. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
SIMCOE LLC - COLE, JAMES GAS UNIT A2 is a gas extraction facility situated in La Plata County, Colorado, about 3.1 miles southeast of Durango. 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. As a gas extraction site in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. The facility's location in Colorado's La Plata County places it within the San Juan Basin, a region known for natural gas production. Typical extraction operations here involve well drilling, completion, and gathering systems to transport gas to processing plants. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, serving local and downstream markets. Its proximity to Durango (3.1 miles) means it operates near a populated area, requiring adherence to safety protocols and environmental monitoring. The site's role in the broader gas infrastructure supports energy needs while balancing community and environmental considerations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, within the San Juan Basin, an area with a history of gas extraction. Proximity to Durango (3.1 miles) introduces considerations for air quality, noise, and potential impacts on local water resources. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with seasonal temperature variations, which can affect operational practices. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules addresses environmental protection, including well integrity and emissions control.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 3.1 miles southeast of Durango, at coordinates 37.218124° N, -107.765316° W.
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 and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
Located near Durango, the facility operates with safety protocols to manage risks associated with gas extraction, including well integrity and emissions control, under regulatory oversight.
The San Juan Basin is a major natural gas producing region in the US, with facilities ranging from small well sites to large processing plants. This facility is part of the upstream extraction network.
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