Overview
WEXPRO - SUGARLOAF GOVERNMENT 1 is a gas extraction facility located in Moffat County, Colorado, near Dinosaur. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
WEXPRO - SUGARLOAF GOVERNMENT 1 is a gas extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 48.9 miles north of Dinosaur. The facility is operational and falls under the jurisdiction of US federal regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas infrastructure. The facility operates in a region known for natural gas production, with NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). Typical gas extraction facilities in this area range from small to medium scale, often serving local gathering systems. The facility's location in a rural area of northwestern Colorado reduces proximity risks to dense populations. However, the region is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which are relevant risk factors for gas infrastructure. The facility contributes to the regional energy supply chain, supporting downstream processing and distribution.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, characterized by sagebrush steppe and riparian areas. Proximity to populated areas is low, but the area is prone to wildfires and occasional seismic events. These environmental factors are considered in the facility's risk profile, as they can impact infrastructure integrity and operational safety.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 48.9 miles north of Dinosaur, at SWNE SEC 9 T11N R101W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines.
Risk factors include proximity to populated areas, operating pressure, pipeline vintage, and exposure to seismic activity or climate hazards like wildfires.
It contributes to the natural gas supply chain in northwestern Colorado, feeding into local gathering systems and supporting downstream processing and distribution.
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