RED CEDAR GATHERING - ELK POINT CS - CAA Gas Pipeline in Durango, Colorado

RED CEDAR GATHERING - ELK POINT CS - CAA is a gas pipeline facility located in Durango, La Plata County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas gathering infrastructure in the region, connecting production areas to processing or transmission systems. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gathering pipeline, it likely transports raw natural gas from wellheads to processing plants, with typical scale ranging from small to medium depending on local production volumes. This pipeline contributes to the natural gas supply chain in Colorado's San Juan Basin, a significant energy-producing region. Its role in gathering gas supports local energy markets and downstream consumers, while regulatory oversight ensures safety and environmental compliance.

The facility is located in La Plata County, Colorado, near the San Juan Basin, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas and waterways may pose environmental risks. Typical gathering lines in the region are subject to corrosion monitoring and leak detection programs to minimize environmental impact.