Overview
WEXPRO - POWDER WASH UNIT (TANK 329) is a gas extraction facility located near Craig, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
WEXPRO - POWDER WASH UNIT (TANK 329) is a gas extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 46.9 miles northwest of Craig. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. As part of the United States gas infrastructure, it adheres to federal pipeline safety regulations enforced by PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192. The facility's technical specifications are not detailed in available records, but typical gas extraction operations in this region involve wellhead compression, separation, and dehydration processes. The Powder Wash Unit is likely a gathering point for natural gas from multiple wells, with capacities varying based on local production. Regulatory oversight includes state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules alongside federal standards. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region with potential impacts on air quality from volatile organic compounds and methane emissions. Proximity to populated areas is low given its remote location. Seismic risk in northwestern Colorado is minimal, but the area experiences cold winters that may affect operations. The facility contributes to regional energy supply and local economic activity.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a remote, semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, with low population density. Potential environmental concerns include methane leakage and volatile organic compound emissions, typical of gas extraction sites. The area has minimal seismic activity but experiences harsh winter conditions that can impact infrastructure integrity. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA and COGCC rules helps mitigate risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 46.9 miles northwest of Craig, Colorado, in Moffat County, at coordinates 40.950993, -108.294197.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas from wells, likely involving separation and dehydration, under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state rules from the COGCC.
Gas extraction can lead to methane emissions and air quality concerns. Colorado has strict regulations on methane leaks and flaring to minimize environmental impact.
The remote location reduces risk to populated areas but poses logistical challenges for maintenance and emergency response, especially during winter.
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