Southwestern Energy - North Fork 43-12 Gas Extraction Facility, Craig, Colorado

Southwestern Energy - North Fork 43-12 is a natural gas extraction facility located in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 9.9 miles west of Craig. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's gas production, which is part of the larger Piceance Basin, a significant natural gas reserve in the United States. The facility operates under U.S. regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it involves drilling and well operations typical of the sector. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its role in both extraction and processing. Environmental considerations for this facility include its location in a semi-arid region with potential impacts on local water resources and air quality. The facility's proximity to populated areas and seismic activity in Colorado are factors in its operational risk profile. It plays a role in supplying natural gas to regional markets.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, where water availability and air quality are key environmental concerns. Gas extraction activities can impact local groundwater and contribute to emissions. The area experiences low to moderate seismic activity, which is a consideration for well integrity and pipeline safety.