Overview
SIMCOE LLC - STREETER FEDERAL GAS UNIT 1 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Bayfield, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
SIMCOE LLC - STREETER FEDERAL GAS UNIT 1 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 2.4 miles northwest of Bayfield. The facility is operational and falls under the NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which oversees drilling, production, and environmental compliance. The facility's scale is typical for a federal gas unit in the region, contributing to the local gas supply chain. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a rural area near the San Juan National Forest, which may influence operational practices regarding water management and emissions. Its proximity to the community of Bayfield requires adherence to setback and monitoring requirements. The facility plays a role in supporting regional energy infrastructure and local economic activity.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of southwestern Colorado, near the San Juan National Forest. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with seasonal wildfire risk and occasional seismic activity from natural gas operations. Proximity to populated areas like Bayfield necessitates strict adherence to setback regulations and emissions monitoring. The facility's operations are subject to environmental oversight to protect local air and water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 2.4 miles northwest of Bayfield, at SESE SEC 28 T35N R7W, with ZIP code 81122.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state regulations from the COGCC.
The facility is currently operational.
The facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity, while adhering to environmental and safety regulations to minimize impact on the nearby community of Bayfield.
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