United States Exploration (Was U.P.R.) Gas Extraction Facility, Agate, Colorado

United States Exploration (Was U.P.R.) is a gas extraction facility located in Agate, Elbert County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for oil and gas activity, with NAICS codes 211111 and 211130 indicating crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. Its location in the Denver-Julesburg Basin places it within a significant gas-producing area. 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 plant, it likely includes wellheads, separation equipment, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas. The scale of such facilities in Colorado varies, but many are medium-sized operations serving local gathering networks. Environmentally, the facility's proximity to rural Agate and the surrounding plains means minimal direct population exposure, though gas extraction activities can involve flaring, venting, and potential groundwater impacts. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require careful management of emissions and water resources. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply chain, supporting local energy infrastructure.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of eastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and agricultural use. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing direct human exposure to operational risks. However, gas extraction activities can contribute to air emissions and potential groundwater impacts, necessitating adherence to state and federal environmental regulations. The area's climate and seismic activity are generally stable, with low natural hazard risk.