Overview
WEXPRO COMPANY - F WILSON 37 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 COMPANY - F WILSON 37 is a gas extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 55.6 miles northeast of Dinosaur. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is part of a region with significant natural gas production, often utilizing hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling technologies. This facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting downstream processing and distribution. Its location in a rural area of Moffat County reduces immediate population density risks, though operational safety remains a priority under federal oversight.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, characterized by sagebrush steppe and pinyon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is low, but the site may be exposed to seismic activity from nearby fault lines and climate hazards such as wildfires and flash floods. Operational practices must address water management and methane emissions to mitigate environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 55.6 miles northeast of Dinosaur, at NWNW SEC 15 T12N R100W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility is owned by WEXPRO COMPANY.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety.
Gas extraction can affect local air quality, water resources, and wildlife habitats. Operators must comply with state and federal environmental regulations to minimize impacts.
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