Risk: Medium Oil Extraction Operational

POC-1, LLC - ILES DOME UNIT Oil Extraction Facility, Craig, Colorado

CRAIG 14.5 MI. N OF, Colorado, United States

Overview

POC-1, LLC - ILES DOME UNIT is an oil extraction facility located near Craig, Colorado, operating under NAICS code 211120 for crude petroleum extraction.

POC-1, LLC - ILES DOME UNIT is an operational oil extraction facility situated in Moffat County, Colorado, approximately 14.5 miles north of Craig. The facility operates within the United States' mature oil and gas sector, focusing on crude petroleum extraction as classified under NAICS code 211120. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act, which govern emissions and water discharges from oil extraction activities. State-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also apply, covering well construction, production, and environmental protection. Typical extraction methods in this region include conventional vertical wells and hydraulic fracturing, depending on the geological formation. As part of the domestic oil supply chain, the Iles Dome Unit contributes to regional energy production and local economic activity. Its location in the Rocky Mountain region places it within an area of significant oil and gas development, with infrastructure for transportation and refining. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing production, supporting the broader U.S. energy portfolio.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in the semi-arid landscape of northwestern Colorado, an area characterized by sagebrush steppe and riparian zones. Oil extraction activities in this region can impact air quality through volatile organic compound emissions and water resources through potential groundwater contamination. The proximity to the Yampa River watershed necessitates careful management of produced water and spill prevention to protect aquatic ecosystems.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located approximately 14.5 miles north of Craig, Colorado, in Moffat County, at NENW SEC 23 T4N R92W.

It is an oil extraction facility, classified under NAICS code 211120 for crude petroleum extraction.

The facility is currently operational, indicating active oil production.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) regulate oil extraction activities, covering air emissions, water discharges, and well operations.

Key concerns include air quality impacts from volatile organic compounds, water usage and potential groundwater contamination, and management of produced water and drilling waste.

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