Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

WHITEWING RESOURCES - STANLEY OLSON #1 Gas Extraction Facility, Firestone, Colorado

FIRESTONE, Colorado, United States

Overview

WHITEWING RESOURCES - STANLEY OLSON #1 is a gas extraction facility in Firestone, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.

WHITEWING RESOURCES - STANLEY OLSON #1 is a gas extraction facility located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, USA. The facility is operational and serves the region's natural gas supply chain, contributing to the local energy infrastructure. As a gas extraction site, it 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 and integrity. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate it is involved in natural gas extraction and related activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado are part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, one of the most productive oil and gas regions in the United States. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets. Its location in Firestone, a town in Weld County, places it within an area with significant gas infrastructure. The operational status ensures continued contribution to energy needs, while adherence to federal safety standards mitigates risks associated with gas extraction.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone requires careful management of emissions and safety. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use necessitate measures to protect air and water quality. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state rules addresses potential environmental impacts from gas extraction activities.

Frequently asked questions

WHITEWING RESOURCES - STANLEY OLSON #1 is located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at SW NE SEC 12 T2N R68W.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, contributing to the local energy supply in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).

Facilities in this basin range from small single-well sites to large multi-well pads, with production capacities varying widely. The basin is one of the most productive in the US.

The facility operates under federal and state safety regulations, including PHMSA standards for pipeline integrity and emergency response, as well as COGCC rules for well construction and operation.

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