According to an article by the Gazette, Dyad, a Texas petroleum company is planning to drill two test wells in the Monument Area, near Mount Herman, possibly within a quarter mile of the homes there.
This prompted the formation of the “Front Range Environmental Resource Coalition”, a group of approx. 200 people, who are concerned about potential effects on water and air quality of the area, in addition to the visual havoc that 90 foot drill rigs would cause.
The Background on Dyad:
Dyad bought the rights to the oil and gas underneath 20,000 acres + of Pikes Peak National Forest about 10 years ago. They have kept it pretty quiet since. However, their application to drill is expected to go public in April, giving the community a 30 day period in which to respond.
Are you concerned? Have questions? Get Involved!
Contact the Gazette – comment, post, ask questions in their Hub section.
