Overview
RAMPIKE RESOURCES - LINNEBUR 6-13 is an oil extraction facility located near Bennett, Colorado, operating in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. It is part of the United States' extensive oil infrastructure.
RAMPIKE RESOURCES - LINNEBUR 6-13 is an oil extraction facility situated in Adams County, Colorado, approximately 14.4 miles northeast of Bennett. The facility operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. As an oil extraction site, it contributes to the United States' domestic crude oil production, supporting energy supply chains. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). Colorado's oil and gas operations are also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Typical extraction methods in this region involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight oil formations. The facility's operational status indicates active production, contributing to local employment and economic activity. Its location in a rural area near Bennett minimizes direct urban impact, but proximity to agricultural land necessitates careful environmental management to prevent soil and water contamination.
Environmental context
Oil extraction in the Denver-Julesburg Basin involves risks such as groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing fluids and methane emissions. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with agricultural activity requires adherence to spill prevention and air quality regulations. The EPA's regulations under the Clean Air Act and RCRA govern emissions and waste management, while state rules address water use and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Bennett, Colorado, in Adams County, approximately 14.4 miles northeast of Bennett.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from the Denver-Julesburg Basin using methods such as horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing.
The facility is owned by Rampike Resources.
Oil extraction in Colorado is regulated by the EPA under the Clean Air Act and RCRA, and by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) for state-level rules on drilling, water use, and emissions.
Risks include potential groundwater contamination from fracturing fluids, methane leakage, and impacts on local air quality. Regulations aim to mitigate these through permits and monitoring.
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