SMITH OIL PROPERTIES - PACKARD 21-22 Gas Extraction Facility, Briggsdale, Colorado

SMITH OIL PROPERTIES - PACKARD 21-22 is a gas extraction facility located in Briggsdale, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the local natural gas production landscape, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the region. As a gas extraction site, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and integrity. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Typical operations include drilling, well completion, and gas processing. The facility's location in Weld County places it within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. Its operational status contributes to the local economy and energy supply chain. Environmental considerations include proximity to agricultural areas and compliance with state and federal regulations regarding emissions and water management.

The facility is situated in an agricultural region of Weld County, Colorado, where gas extraction activities must manage potential impacts on air quality, water resources, and land use. The area experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with low precipitation and high evaporation rates, which can influence water management practices. Proximity to populated areas and seismic activity in the region are factors considered in operational risk assessments.