Overview
SIMCOE LLC - LUTER FEDERAL GAS UNIT 1 is an operational gas extraction facility in Bayfield Area, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
SIMCOE LLC - LUTER FEDERAL GAS UNIT 1 is a gas extraction facility located in the Bayfield Area of La Plata County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional natural gas infrastructure, contributing to the energy supply in the area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas infrastructure. As a gas extraction site, it is involved in the production of natural gas, a key component of the country's energy mix. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate its role in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. Located in the San Juan Basin, the facility is situated in a region with significant natural gas reserves. Its operations support local energy needs and contribute to the broader gas transmission network. The facility's environmental context includes proximity to populated areas and exposure to seismic and climate hazards typical of the Rocky Mountain region.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the San Juan Basin of Colorado, an area with active natural gas extraction. Proximity to populated areas like Bayfield requires adherence to strict safety regulations. The region experiences seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires and snowstorms, which are considered in operational risk management.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Bayfield Area of La Plata County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 37.230708, -107.572583.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under US regulations including PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in the US are regulated by PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which cover design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas pipelines.
Gas extraction in Colorado is subject to state and federal environmental regulations to manage air and water quality, land use, and wildlife impacts. Facilities must obtain permits and implement mitigation measures.
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