BAYSWATER OPERATING COMPANY, LLC PERMIAN BASIN - Oil Extraction Facility in Denver, Colorado

BAYSWATER OPERATING COMPANY, LLC PERMIAN BASIN is an oil extraction facility situated at 730 17th St, Denver, Colorado, in the United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211120, which pertains to crude petroleum extraction. Denver County serves as the local administrative area for this site. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes oversight by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA). Oil extraction activities in Colorado are also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Typical extraction methods in the Permian Basin region involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access oil reserves. As part of the broader oil extraction sector in the United States, this facility contributes to domestic crude oil production. The operational status indicates ongoing activities that support energy supply chains. Environmental considerations for such facilities include managing produced water, reducing methane emissions, and preventing spills during extraction and transport.

The facility is located in an urban area of Denver, Colorado, which presents specific environmental considerations for oil extraction. Proximity to residential and commercial zones necessitates stringent controls on air emissions, noise, and traffic. The region's semi-arid climate and water scarcity require careful management of water resources used in extraction processes. Spill prevention and groundwater protection are critical due to the potential impact on local ecosystems and drinking water supplies.