WEXPRO CO - BW MUSSER 18 Gas Extraction Facility, Moffat County, Colorado

WEXPRO CO - BW MUSSER 18 is a gas extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, about 46.5 miles northwest of Craig. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, specifically under the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is part of the broader Rocky Mountain gas production region, which typically involves moderate-scale operations with associated gathering lines and processing infrastructure. The environmental context includes its location in a rural area of northwestern Colorado, characterized by semi-arid climate and proximity to the Dinosaur National Monument region. The facility's operational status and location in a sparsely populated area reduce certain risk factors, though seismic and climate hazards (e.g., wildfires) are relevant considerations for gas infrastructure in this region.

The facility is located in a rural, semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, near the Dinosaur National Monument area. The local environment is characterized by sagebrush steppe and low population density, which reduces exposure to populated areas. However, the region is subject to wildfire risk and occasional seismic activity, which are relevant hazards for gas extraction infrastructure. The facility's remote location mitigates some environmental concerns but requires robust safety measures for pipeline integrity.