Overview
SIMCOE LLC - SNOOKS GAS UNIT A2 is an operational gas extraction facility in the BAYFIELD AREA, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
SIMCOE LLC - SNOOKS GAS UNIT A2 is a gas extraction facility located in the BAYFIELD AREA, La Plata County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional natural gas infrastructure, contributing to the supply chain from extraction to transmission. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it typically involves wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas before it enters transmission pipelines. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both gas and NGL production. Located in the San Juan Basin, a prolific natural gas region, this facility supports local energy supply and economic activity. Its proximity to the BAYFIELD AREA requires adherence to safety and environmental regulations to manage risks associated with gas extraction, such as emissions and well integrity. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing contribution to the regional gas infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the San Juan Basin, a region with a history of natural gas production. Environmental considerations include managing methane emissions, protecting groundwater from potential contamination, and minimizing surface disturbance. The area's semi-arid climate and proximity to the San Juan National Forest require careful operational practices to mitigate impacts on local ecosystems and air quality.
Frequently asked questions
SIMCOE LLC - SNOOKS GAS UNIT A2 is located in the BAYFIELD AREA, La Plata County, Colorado, United States, with coordinates 37.218895, -107.602181.
This facility is a gas extraction site 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, which cover pipeline design, construction, and operation safety.
As part of the San Juan Basin, this extraction site contributes to the domestic natural gas supply, feeding into gathering systems and interstate pipelines that serve residential, commercial, and industrial consumers.
Key concerns include methane leakage, water usage and contamination risks, air quality impacts from volatile organic compounds, and land disturbance. Operators must comply with state and federal environmental regulations.
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