Overview
TEP ROCKY MTN - RMV 146-19 is a gas extraction facility located near Battlement Mesa, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
TEP ROCKY MTN - RMV 146-19 is a gas extraction facility situated in Garfield County, Colorado, approximately 3 miles north of Battlement Mesa. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in the upstream gas sector. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, governed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. In Colorado, gas extraction facilities are also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's location in the Rocky Mountain region places it in a significant gas-producing area with extensive pipeline infrastructure. As a gas extraction site, TEP ROCKY MTN - RMV 146-19 contributes to the regional gas supply network. Its proximity to Battlement Mesa and the surrounding communities necessitates adherence to safety protocols for populated areas. The facility's operational status supports local energy demands and the broader US gas infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Garfield County, Colorado, within the Rocky Mountain region, which is characterized by varied topography and climate. Proximity to populated areas like Battlement Mesa requires careful management of operational risks, including potential impacts on air quality and water resources. The region's seismic activity is generally low, but the facility must comply with environmental regulations to mitigate any hazards associated with gas extraction.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Garfield County, Colorado, approximately 3 miles north of Battlement Mesa, at coordinates 39.505017, -107.923492.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state regulations from the COGCC.
As a gas extraction site in the Rocky Mountain region, it supplies natural gas to the interstate pipeline network, supporting regional and national energy needs.
Facilities must manage air emissions, water usage, and potential impacts on local ecosystems, complying with state and federal environmental regulations.
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