Overview
WEXPRO CO- B. W. MUSSER 27 is a gas extraction facility in Craig, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
WEXPRO CO- B. W. MUSSER 27 is a gas extraction facility located in Craig, Moffat County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the natural gas production sector in the region, contributing to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure in Colorado, which includes extensive gathering and transmission pipelines. This facility plays a role in the regional gas grid, supporting energy needs in the Rocky Mountain area. Its location in Moffat County places it within an area with significant natural gas reserves, and its operations contribute to the local economy and energy security.
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 like Craig requires careful management of emissions and noise. The area experiences cold winters and hot summers, with potential for seismic activity due to nearby geological faults, which is a consideration for pipeline integrity.
Frequently asked questions
WEXPRO CO- B. W. MUSSER 27 is located in Craig, Moffat County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.944829, -108.295763.
WEXPRO CO- B. W. MUSSER 27 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the area, contributing to the local energy supply.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
The facility operates in a semi-arid region and must manage emissions, water use, and land disturbance. It is subject to environmental reviews and permits to minimize impact on local ecosystems.
The facility is currently operational, actively extracting natural gas.
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