Overview
SIMCOE LLC - RICHARDSON GAS UNIT D1 is a gas extraction facility located near Durango, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
SIMCOE LLC - RICHARDSON GAS UNIT D1 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 5.3 miles east of Durango. The facility is operational and falls under the jurisdiction of US federal pipeline safety regulations, including PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas extraction and transmission infrastructure. The facility operates within the broader context of Colorado's natural gas industry, which is characterized by extensive pipeline networks and extraction sites in the Rocky Mountain region. Typical gas extraction facilities in this area handle production from local gas fields and connect to regional transmission systems. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas near Durango and the potential for seismic or climate-related hazards common in the Colorado region. The facility's role in the local gas supply chain supports energy delivery to communities and industries in the Four Corners area.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with moderate seismic activity and exposure to climate hazards such as wildfires and heavy snowfall. Proximity to Durango raises considerations for population density and land use. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA ensures adherence to safety standards for gas extraction operations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 5.3 miles east of Durango, at coordinates 37.248468, -107.717684.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs. The extracted gas is processed and transported via pipelines to end users.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines.
Colorado's gas extraction facilities range from small well sites to large processing plants. This facility likely handles moderate production volumes typical of the region's gas fields.
The facility supports local energy supply and economic activity. It is subject to safety regulations to minimize risks to nearby populations and the environment.
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