Overview
WEXPRO CO - WHEELER 4 is a gas extraction facility located in Moffat County, Colorado, near Dinosaur. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
WEXPRO CO - WHEELER 4 is a gas extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 53.4 miles north of Dinosaur. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It is part of the extensive gas infrastructure in the United States, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility operates in a region known for its geological formations conducive to natural gas extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this area utilize hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling techniques to access reserves. The regulatory framework ensures compliance with safety standards, including pressure management and leak detection. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area with low population density, reducing immediate risk to populated areas. However, the region is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which are considered in operational risk assessments. The facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Moffat County.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a sparsely populated area of northwestern Colorado, reducing direct exposure to populated zones. The region experiences moderate seismic activity and is prone to wildfires, which pose operational risks. Proximity to water sources and wildlife habitats requires adherence to environmental management practices to mitigate potential impacts from gas extraction activities.
Frequently asked questions
WEXPRO CO - WHEELER 4 is located in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 53.4 miles north of Dinosaur, at NWNE SEC 30 T12N R100W.
WEXPRO CO - WHEELER 4 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
Gas extraction facilities in the region typically have capacities ranging from a few million to hundreds of million standard cubic feet per day, depending on the well and reservoir characteristics.
Environmental risks include potential groundwater contamination, air emissions, and land disturbance. The region's seismic activity and wildfire risk also pose operational hazards. Operators must implement mitigation measures under state and federal regulations.
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