Overview
BAYSWATER E&P - NOFFSINGER 35-13, 15 is a gas extraction facility located in the Eaton Area, Weld County, Colorado, United States. It is currently operational.
BAYSWATER E&P - NOFFSINGER 35-13, 15 is a gas extraction facility situated in the Eaton Area of Weld County, Colorado. This facility operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas production. The plant is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both raw gas production and natural gas liquids recovery. As a gas extraction facility in Colorado, it operates under the regulatory framework of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations. The facility likely employs conventional extraction techniques typical of the region, including hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling. The scale of operations is consistent with mid-sized gas extraction sites in the area, contributing to the state's substantial natural gas output. The facility's location in Weld County places it in one of the most productive oil and gas regions in the United States. Its operational status supports local energy supply and economic activity. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural land and rural communities, necessitating adherence to state regulations on emissions, water use, and well integrity.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and energy development. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks. Proximity to populated areas requires careful management of emissions and noise. The facility's operations are subject to Colorado's stringent air quality regulations and groundwater protection rules, given the potential for methane leakage and water contamination from hydraulic fracturing.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Eaton Area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.538523, -104.735610.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
Key risks include methane emissions, groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing, induced seismicity, and proximity to populated areas. Colorado's regulations require rigorous monitoring and mitigation measures.
The Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) regulates drilling and production, while the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) oversees pipeline safety under 49 CFR Part 192.
Facilities in Weld County range from small to large, with many producing several million cubic feet per day. The region is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major gas-producing area.
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