TRUE OIL LLC - BTA FEDERAL #12-33 Gas Extraction Facility, Craig, Colorado

TRUE OIL LLC - BTA FEDERAL #12-33 is a gas extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 28.9 miles north of Craig. The facility is operational and falls under the jurisdiction of US pipeline safety regulations, including PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas infrastructure. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both gas and liquid hydrocarbon extraction. In the Colorado region, gas extraction facilities typically operate at moderate pressures and are subject to state-level regulations alongside federal oversight. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity. Its location in a rural area of Moffat County reduces proximity to dense populations, but standard safety protocols for well operations and pipeline transport are essential for environmental protection.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, characterized by sagebrush steppe and grazing lands. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction operations require careful management of emissions, water use, and potential groundwater impacts. The area experiences moderate seismic activity, and climate hazards include drought and wildfire risk, which can affect infrastructure integrity.