Overview
ROCKY MTN NATURAL GAS - BLUE GRAVEL FAC is an operational gas pipeline facility in Craig, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
ROCKY MTN NATURAL GAS - BLUE GRAVEL FAC is a gas pipeline facility located in Craig, Moffat County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas infrastructure in the region. As a gas pipeline, it is classified under NAICS code 486210 for pipeline transportation of natural gas. 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. This includes requirements for pipeline design, construction, testing, operation, and maintenance, as well as integrity management programs to ensure safe transportation of natural gas. The Blue Gravel facility plays a role in the natural gas supply chain, connecting production areas to distribution networks. Its location in northwestern Colorado places it within a region with significant natural gas production from the Piceance Basin. The facility contributes to the reliable delivery of natural gas for residential, commercial, and industrial use.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Moffat County, Colorado, a region with cold winters and semi-arid conditions. Proximity to waterways and populated areas is a consideration for pipeline safety. Natural gas pipelines require cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, and regular integrity assessments are mandated by PHMSA to minimize environmental risks such as leaks or ruptures.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Craig, Moffat County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.721465, -107.565175.
It is an operational gas pipeline facility that transports natural gas, regulated under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Gas pipelines in the US are regulated by PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, covering design, construction, operation, and maintenance to ensure safety and environmental protection.
Key risk factors include proximity to populated areas or waterways, pipeline age, corrosion, and the type of commodity transported. Integrity management programs help mitigate these risks.
It supports natural gas transportation from the Piceance Basin to distribution networks, providing energy for residential, commercial, and industrial use in the region.
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