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Pipeline Information
Pipelines, gathering lines, and flowlines are regulated broadly by several state and federal agencies, including the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), Colorado Public Utilities Commission (PUC) and Colorado Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC). These agencies collect and maintain all data on these buried lines including their location, operator information, and status.
The County cannot share information regarding the location of pipelines or flowlines directly with the public. Instead, these agencies allow for public viewing of pipeline and flowline information at their respective sites via the links below. Please reach out to Greg Dean, Oil & Gas Administrator with assistance or questions.
PHMSA, for liquid pipelines through the National Pipeline Mapping System (NPMS)
To use, follow the link then select “Colorado” from the “National View, State or the Federal Waters Category” dropdown and then select “Adams County” under “Chose County or Federal Waters Area” drop down.
PUC, for gas pipelines, gathering lines
To use follow the link, locate the Pipeline Safety Program Mapping System window and zoom into your desired area.
ECMC, for flowline information
To use follow the link, then select the blue “GIS Online Map” button. Once the map loads, select “Flowlines and Pipelines” on the left side of the map, then the drop down and select “Flowline Networks (ALL)” and zoom into your desired area.
Oil & Gas Facility Regulations
On July 27, 2021, the Board of County Commissioners approved new oil and gas regulations. The county’s revised Oil and Gas Regulations are located in the Development Standards and Regulations manual.
- Informational Pamphlet: English | Spanish
- Chapter 2: Discusses the OGF Permitting Process
- Chapter 3: Discusses the OGF Zoning Designations
- Chapter 4: Discusses the OGF Performance Standards
- Chapter 11: Applicable Definitions
- Appendix A: Development Application Guide
- OGF Conceptual Review Process & Application
- OGF Permit Application
Comments, questions, and feedback regarding these regulations can be submitted to Greg Dean, Oil & Gas Liaison, via email at gdean@adamscountyco.gov or phone at 720.523.6891.
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Contacts
Should you believe you are experiencing non-emergency impacts from noise, light, odor, dust, or mud tracking on roads that may be associated with oil and gas operations please reach out to Keith Huck, Senior Oil & Gas Inspector, via the contact information below. Should this impact occur after normal business hours please contact Greg Dean, Oil & Gas Liaison, by e-mail or phone. Additionally, you may file a state complaint regarding noise, light, odor, and dust with the Colorado Energy & Carbon Management Commission via their Online Complaint Portal.
Greg Dean | Email
Oil & Gas Administrator
Community & Economic Development Department
4430 S. Adams County Pkwy.
Brighton, CO 80601
Ph: 720.523.6891
Comments and questions concerning local oil and gas permits and regulations should be sent to the Adams County Oil & Gas Administrator:
Greg Dean | Email
Oil & Gas Administrator
Community & Economic Development Department
4430 S. Adams County Pkwy.
Brighton, CO 80601
Ph: 720.523.6891
For real property conveyances such as oil and gas leases and surface use requests where the county is a vested or perceived to be vested as an owner, contact:
Nicci Beauprez | Email
Real Property Manager
Facilities & Fleet Management Department
4430 S. Adams County Pkwy.
Brighton, CO 80601
Ph: 720.523.6060
Comments and questions concerning state oil and gas permits and regulations should be sent to:
Colorado Energy & Carbon Management Commission
1120 Lincoln Street, Suite 801
Denver, CO 80203
303.894.2100
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