Overview
Western Gas Resources - Evans 24-28 is a gas extraction facility located in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 27.7 miles northwest of Craig. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Western Gas Resources - Evans 24-28 is a gas extraction facility located in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 27.7 miles northwest of Craig. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the United States. 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 pipeline safety. Gas extraction facilities in Colorado typically employ conventional drilling and production techniques, with capacities varying based on reservoir characteristics and infrastructure. This facility plays a role in the local energy grid, supporting natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial use in the region. Its location in Moffat County places it within a resource-rich area, contributing to the state's energy portfolio and economic activity.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, characterized by sagebrush steppe and pinyon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing direct exposure risks. However, gas extraction operations can impact local air quality through emissions and may affect groundwater resources. The area experiences moderate seismic activity, and climate hazards include drought and wildfire risk, which are relevant to operational safety.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 27.7 miles northwest of Craig, with the address SE SW SEC 28 T11N R93W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, contributing to the energy supply for the region and the broader US market.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for pipeline design, construction, and operation.
Capacities vary widely, but typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small-scale wells producing a few million cubic feet per day to large operations exceeding 100 million cubic feet per day.
Environmental considerations include potential impacts on air quality from emissions, water usage and groundwater protection, and land disturbance. Operators must comply with state and federal environmental regulations.
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