Overview
SUMMIT DJ-S - HEMBERGER CS is an operational gas extraction facility in Briggsdale, Colorado, serving the Denver-Julesburg Basin. It supports natural gas production under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
SUMMIT DJ-S - HEMBERGER CS is a gas extraction facility located at 43504 CR 105 in Briggsdale, Weld County, Colorado. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the United States. The facility is classified under 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 under 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). The Denver-Julesburg Basin is known for its extensive horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations, with typical wellhead capacities ranging from 1 to 10 million cubic feet per day. This facility contributes to the regional natural gas supply, supporting local energy needs and downstream infrastructure. Its location in Weld County places it in an area with significant agricultural and industrial activity. The operational status ensures ongoing gas extraction, which is critical for meeting energy demand in the Rocky Mountain region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of northeastern Colorado, where water resources are a key environmental consideration. Gas extraction operations in the Denver-Julesburg Basin are subject to regulations addressing groundwater protection, air emissions, and seismic activity. The area experiences occasional drought conditions, making water management a priority for operators.
Frequently asked questions
SUMMIT DJ-S - HEMBERGER CS is located at 43504 CR 105 in Briggsdale, Weld County, Colorado, United States.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids from the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and Colorado state regulations from the COGCC.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated to manage water use, air emissions, and seismic risks. Operators must comply with state and federal environmental standards.
Typical wellhead capacities range from 1 to 10 million cubic feet per day, depending on the formation and extraction methods.
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