Overview
ENCANA OIL & GAS - HIGH MESA COMP STATIO is a gas pipeline facility in Parachute, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
ENCANA OIL & GAS - HIGH MESA COMP STATIO is a gas pipeline facility located in Parachute, Garfield County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas transportation network, serving the energy infrastructure needs of the area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a compressor station, it likely supports the pressurization and flow of natural gas through the pipeline system, a common component in midstream gas infrastructure. Located in western Colorado, the facility is situated in a region with active oil and gas development, including the Piceance Basin. The environmental context involves proximity to semi-arid landscapes and potential interactions with local water resources. The facility's role in the gas supply chain contributes to energy delivery for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Garfield County, Colorado, an area characterized by semi-arid terrain and significant oil and gas activity. Proximity to waterways and populated areas may influence environmental monitoring requirements. Pipeline infrastructure in this region is subject to regulations addressing cathodic protection, leak detection, and spill prevention to mitigate risks to soil and water resources.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Parachute, Garfield County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 39.395523, -108.058901.
It is a gas pipeline facility, specifically a compressor station, involved in the transportation of natural gas.
Gas pipeline facilities in the US are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers design, construction, operation, and maintenance safety standards.
A compressor station pressurizes natural gas to maintain flow through the pipeline, ensuring efficient transportation over long distances.
Environmental considerations include proximity to waterways and populated areas, cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, and leak detection systems to minimize methane emissions and protect soil and water.
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