FIELD DEPLOYMENT

As part of the exercise, teams will be deployed to multiple field locations to deploy operational assets in coordination with the scenario. These teams (Task Forces) will consist of a mix of HFSM, OneOK, and Tallgrass Energy personnel, first responders, agency personnel, and contractor representatives.

Work assignments will be issued during an Operations Briefing on Thursday morning at the Platte County Fire District 1-F Training Center. Upon arrival at the respective deployment sites, players are expected to conduct a “tailgate” safety briefing unique to the location. Team members must subscribe to good housekeeping practices upon privately-owned properties.

Click here for a Google Earth map depicting the respective deployment sites.

SITE CC-1
CHUGWATER CREEK

Site CC-1 is located on Chugwater Creek inside von Forell Ranch (GPS 42.083475, -104.875169), approximately one (1) mile downstream of the pipeline crossing. The site is characterized by a fixed-crest weir dam and irrigation turnout. Boom deployment should originate just above the dam on the left descending bank of Chugwater Creek.

The site should be accessed via von Forell Ranch’s main entrance off Fairview Road. Click here for driving directions.

SITE CC-2
CHUGWATER CREEK

Site CC-2 is located on Chugwater Creek inside von Forell Ranch (GPS 42.098288, -104.867771), approximately 2.8 miles downstream of the pipeline crossing. It is located adjacent to the von Forell’s private residence, barns, and livestock holding pens. The site features a bridge across Chugwater Creek, with an opportune boom deployment site located immediately downstream of the bridge crossing.

The site should be accessed via von Forell Ranch’s main entrance off Fairview Road. Click here for driving directions.

SITE LR-1
LARAMIE RIVER

Site LR-1 is located on the Laramie River inside Loomis Ranch (GPS 42.119353, -104.842880), approximately 8.1 miles downstream of the pipeline crossing. The site is situated alongside an open field, allowing direct access to the riverbank.

The site is accessible via Grayrocks Road, east of the power plant. Click here for driving directions.

SITE LR-3
LARAMIE RIVER

Site LR-3 is located on the Laramie River on property owned by Florence Daly (GPS 42.119020, -104.813490), approximately 11.4 miles downstream of the pipeline crossing. The site is demarcated by a (single-lane) steel truss bridge and low-head concrete weir. Booming operations should originate downstream of the bridge crossing.

The site is accessible via winding dirt road off Grayrocks Road. Click here for driving directions.

SITE GR-1
GRAYROCKS RESERVOIR
(OPTIONAL)

Site GR-1 is located at a Public Access Area on Grayrocks Reservior (GPS 42.135245, -104.747359), approximately 15.7 miles downstream of the pipeline crossing. The site features a primitive campground, concrete-surfaced boat ramp, vault toilets, and large parking area. Booming opportunities are available within the shallow-water cove west of the boat ramp.