Overview
XTO Energy, Inc. - Huber Jackson 2-27 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. - Huber Jackson 2-27 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 5 miles east of Durango. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply. As part of the United States' extensive gas infrastructure, it operates within a well-established regulatory framework. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both gas extraction and processing. While specific technical metrics like capacity are not detailed, typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado operate under state and federal oversight, including Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) regulations. The facility's location in the San Juan Basin, a major natural gas producing area, suggests it taps into local reserves. Environmentally, the facility's proximity to Durango (within 5 miles) places it near a populated area, which necessitates adherence to stringent safety and emissions standards. Colorado's regulatory environment includes methane emission reduction targets and groundwater protection measures. The facility's operational status implies ongoing compliance with these regulations, contributing to the regional energy grid while managing local environmental impacts.
Environmental context
The facility is located near Durango, Colorado, in the San Juan Basin, a region with significant natural gas production. Proximity to populated areas requires careful management of emissions and safety risks. Colorado has implemented methane emission reduction rules and groundwater protection measures that apply to gas extraction facilities. The area's semi-arid climate and mountainous terrain also influence operational practices, particularly regarding water usage and erosion control.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 5 miles east of Durango, Colorado, in La Plata County, at SWNE SEC 27 T35N R8W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130, covering crude petroleum and natural gas extraction as well as natural gas liquid extraction.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and Colorado state regulations including COGCC rules and methane emission reduction targets.
Located near Durango, the facility must manage emissions and water usage carefully. Colorado's regulations require methane capture and groundwater protection to minimize environmental impact.
The San Juan Basin is a major natural gas producing region in the US, with extensive infrastructure for extraction and processing. Facilities like Huber Jackson 2-27 contribute to the basin's output.
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