WEXPRO - SUGARLOAF GOVERNMENT 2 Gas Extraction Facility, Moffat County, Colorado

WEXPRO - SUGARLOAF GOVERNMENT 2 is a gas extraction facility located in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 49.3 miles north of Dinosaur. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It is situated in a rural area of northwestern Colorado, within the Uinta-Piceance Basin, a region known for natural gas production. 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 gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely includes wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas. The scale of operations is typical for the region, with multiple wells contributing to local gas supply. This facility plays a role in the regional gas infrastructure network, supplying natural gas to downstream pipelines and end-users. Its location in a sparsely populated area reduces certain risks, though operations must manage environmental considerations such as water usage and emissions. The facility contributes to Colorado's energy portfolio and local economic activity.

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, reducing exposure risks. However, the area is subject to seismic activity from natural causes and induced seismicity from oil and gas operations. Climate hazards include drought and wildfire, which can impact infrastructure integrity. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA addresses these risks through safety standards.