WEXPRO - POWDER WASH UNIT (TANK 353) Gas Extraction Facility, Craig, Colorado

WEXPRO - POWDER WASH UNIT (TANK 353) is a gas extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 47.7 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. It is part of the broader gas infrastructure network serving the region. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission and distribution. In Colorado, gas extraction facilities are subject to state-level oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards. The facility's scale is typical for a gas extraction unit in the Rocky Mountain region, where natural gas production is a significant economic activity. Environmentally, the facility is located in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure risks. However, gas extraction operations in Colorado must manage water usage and potential groundwater impacts. The facility's role in the local gas supply chain contributes to energy production for both regional and national markets, supporting downstream infrastructure such as pipelines and processing plants.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, characterized by sagebrush steppe and low population density. Gas extraction operations in this area require careful management of water resources and potential impacts on local groundwater. The region experiences cold winters and hot summers, which can affect operational safety and infrastructure integrity. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing community exposure risks, but seismic activity in the Rocky Mountain region is a consideration for long-term infrastructure stability.