Overview
XTO Energy, Inc. - Huber Wilbourn 1-18 is an operational gas extraction facility located 6 miles northwest of Bayfield, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
XTO Energy, Inc. - Huber Wilbourn 1-18 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 6 miles northwest of Bayfield. 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 the San Juan Basin, a region known for significant 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 pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it involves drilling, well completion, and initial processing of natural gas. Typical operations include separation of gas from liquids and removal of impurities before transmission. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in La Plata County. Its location in a rural area near Bayfield minimizes proximity to dense populations, though it operates in a region with seismic and climate hazards. The facility's role in the natural gas supply chain supports downstream power generation and industrial use.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of southwestern Colorado, near the San Juan National Forest. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with potential for wildfires and occasional seismic activity. Gas extraction operations in this area are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing environmental impacts, including air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing exposure risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 6 miles northwest of Bayfield, Colorado, in La Plata County, with coordinates 37.306061 N, -107.681727 W.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that drills and produces natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline design, construction, and operation.
Colorado's gas extraction facilities vary from small wells to large multi-well pads. The San Juan Basin, where this facility is located, is a major producing region with thousands of wells.
The facility provides energy resources and economic benefits to La Plata County, while operating under environmental regulations to manage air and water impacts.
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