TRANSCOLORADO GAS - CONN CREEK Gas Extraction Facility, DeBeque, Colorado

TRANSCOLORADO GAS - CONN CREEK is a gas extraction facility located in DeBeque, Mesa County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the Piceance Basin. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is involved in natural gas extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often supporting local gathering systems. This facility contributes to the regional energy infrastructure, supplying natural gas to downstream processing and transmission networks. Its location in Colorado places it within a state with active oil and gas development, subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's operational status ensures ongoing contribution to local energy supply.

The facility is located in Mesa County, Colorado, an area with semi-arid climate and varied topography. Proximity to populated areas like DeBeque requires adherence to safety regulations regarding well spacing and emissions. The region experiences low seismic activity, but winter weather can pose operational challenges. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection and air quality management, typical for gas extraction sites in the western US.