Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

XTO Energy, Inc. - Lincoln Trust 3-22 Gas Extraction Facility near Durango, Colorado

DURANGO 5.6 MI. E OF, Colorado, United States

Overview

XTO Energy, Inc. - Lincoln Trust 3-22 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Durango, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

XTO Energy, Inc. - Lincoln Trust 3-22 is a gas extraction facility located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 5.6 miles east of Durango. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It represents a typical mid-scale gas extraction operation in the Rocky Mountain region. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. Colorado's regulatory environment, overseen by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), adds state-specific requirements for drilling, production, and environmental protection. The facility's location in the San Juan Basin, a major natural gas producing area, aligns with regional extraction practices. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region with proximity to the San Juan National Forest and the Animas River watershed. Its operations contribute to the local energy supply and economy, while adhering to federal and state regulations aimed at minimizing environmental impact. The facility's role in the broader gas infrastructure network supports downstream processing and distribution.

Environmental context

The facility is located in the San Juan Basin, a region with significant natural gas reserves. The area experiences a semi-arid climate with potential for drought and wildfire risk. Proximity to the Animas River and San Juan National Forest necessitates careful water management and spill prevention. Seismic activity in the region is low, but the facility must comply with Colorado's stringent air quality and water protection regulations.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, approximately 5.6 miles east of Durango, at coordinates 37.284200 N, -107.734078 W.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.

The facility must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission, and Colorado state regulations from the COGCC.

Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated to minimize impacts on air quality, water resources, and wildlife. Facilities must implement spill prevention, emission controls, and reclamation plans.

The San Juan Basin is one of the largest natural gas fields in the US, producing significant volumes of coalbed methane and conventional gas, supporting regional and national energy needs.

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