BOPCO LP - YELLOW CREEK FEDERAL #1-41-1 Oil Extraction Facility in Meeker, Colorado

BOPCO LP - YELLOW CREEK FEDERAL #1-41-1 is an oil extraction facility located in Meeker, Rio Blanco County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and engages in the extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas, as indicated by its NAICS codes (211111, 211112, 211120, 211130). It is situated in the Piceance Basin, a region known for its oil and gas reserves. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Typical oil extraction operations in this region involve drilling and well completion, with technologies such as hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling commonly employed to access tight oil formations. The facility's scale is consistent with small to medium-sized extraction sites in the area. Environmental considerations for oil extraction in Colorado include water management, air emissions, and land disturbance. The facility's location in Rio Blanco County places it within a region with significant wildlife habitats and agricultural lands. Operational practices must comply with state and federal regulations to mitigate impacts on local ecosystems and communities.

The facility is located in the Piceance Basin, a region with semi-arid climate and sensitive ecosystems including sagebrush steppe and habitats for greater sage-grouse. Oil extraction activities can impact air quality through volatile organic compound emissions and require careful water management due to limited water resources. Spills and leaks pose risks to soil and groundwater, necessitating robust containment and monitoring systems.