Gas Extraction Operational

WEXPRO CO POWDER WASH WATERFLOOD AREA - Gas Extraction Facility in Craig, Colorado

CRAIG, Colorado, United States

Overview

WEXPRO CO POWDER WASH WATERFLOOD AREA is a gas extraction facility in Craig, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.

WEXPRO CO POWDER WASH WATERFLOOD AREA is a gas extraction facility located in Moffat County, near Craig, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional gas infrastructure, serving the Powder Wash 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 site, it is part of the broader natural gas supply chain in Colorado, a state with significant gas production activity. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado. Its operational context includes proximity to populated areas and potential exposure to seismic or climate hazards, though specific risk factors depend on local conditions. The facility contributes to the local energy grid and community service.

Environmental context

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, near the town of Craig. The area experiences seasonal temperature variations and occasional seismic activity. Proximity to populated areas and the potential for climate-related events such as wildfires or flooding are relevant environmental considerations for gas extraction operations in this region.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Moffat County, near Craig, Colorado, United States, at SECS 28 & 29 T12N R97W.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas as part of the Powder Wash waterflood area operations.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-specific environmental and drilling regulations.

The facility extracts natural gas, which is then processed and transported via pipelines to serve residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region.

Common concerns include groundwater contamination, air emissions, land disturbance, and proximity to populated areas. Operators must follow environmental management plans to mitigate these impacts.

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