Overview
XTO Energy, Inc. - Davis #1 North is an operational gas extraction facility located near Durango, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
XTO Energy, Inc. - Davis #1 North is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 2.7 miles east of Durango. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction activities. As part of the United States' gas infrastructure, it contributes to the regional energy supply. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. Gas extraction facilities in Colorado typically utilize hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling technologies to access natural gas reserves in formations such as the Mancos Shale or Fruitland Formation. Typical gas extraction sites in the region range from small to medium capacity. This facility plays a role in meeting local and regional energy demands. Its location near Durango places it within a semi-arid environment with mountainous terrain, where water management and methane emissions are key environmental considerations. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing contribution to the natural gas supply chain, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial users in the area.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in La Plata County, Colorado, near the San Juan Mountains, an area with diverse ecosystems and seasonal climate variations. Gas extraction operations in this region must manage potential impacts on air quality, water resources, and wildlife habitats. Proximity to populated areas like Durango necessitates adherence to strict emission controls and safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transport.
Frequently asked questions
XTO Energy Davis #1 North is located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 2.7 miles east of Durango, at coordinates 37.246863 N, -107.764518 W.
The facility is currently operational, actively extracting natural gas as part of the United States gas infrastructure.
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), which cover well construction, water management, and emissions.
The facility operates under NAICS code 211130, which corresponds to natural gas extraction activities.
As an operational gas extraction site, it produces natural gas that feeds into regional pipelines, supporting energy needs for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the Durango area and beyond.
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