WEXPRO - POWDER WASH UNIT (TANK 422) Gas Extraction Facility, Craig, Colorado

WEXPRO - POWDER WASH UNIT (TANK 422) is a gas extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, about 48 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. Its location in the Rocky Mountain region places it within a significant gas-producing 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 pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves separation and processing of natural gas liquids. The remote location in Moffat County suggests lower population density, reducing certain risk factors. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply chain, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond. Its operational status indicates ongoing activity in the gas extraction sector, which is a key component of the state's energy economy. The facility's role in processing natural gas liquids adds value to the local energy infrastructure.

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 due to the remote setting, but the area is subject to seismic activity from the Rocky Mountain region. Climate hazards include potential wildfires and winter storms. The facility's operations involve handling of hydrocarbons, requiring adherence to spill prevention and air quality regulations.