SIMCOE LLC - Payne, Evelyn Gas Unit A2: Gas Extraction Facility in Bayfield Area, Colorado

SIMCOE LLC - Payne, Evelyn Gas Unit A2 is a gas extraction facility located in the Bayfield Area, La Plata County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the San Juan Basin. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the local energy supply chain. 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 pipelines and facilities. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on well productivity. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on local air and water quality. The facility's location in the San Juan Basin, a region with active oil and gas development, means it operates within a context of ongoing regulatory oversight and community engagement. Its role in the regional gas infrastructure supports energy delivery to downstream markets.

The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, an area with a mix of rural and residential communities. Gas extraction activities can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Water resources may be impacted by hydraulic fracturing and produced water management. The region is also subject to seismic activity, though risks are generally low. Regulatory requirements under Colorado's oil and gas rules aim to mitigate these environmental risks.