Crestone Peak - Brown 'C' 1 Battery Gas Extraction Facility, Erie, Colorado

Crestone Peak - Brown 'C' 1 Battery is a gas extraction facility located in Erie, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas producing region. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). These agencies enforce safety standards for gas extraction and pipeline transport, including well construction, pressure management, and emissions controls. The Denver-Julesburg Basin is known for its tight gas and oil formations, requiring hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling techniques. As an operational gas extraction battery, this facility contributes to the regional energy supply, processing raw natural gas from nearby wells. Its location in Weld County places it within one of the most active drilling areas in the United States. The facility's environmental context includes proximity to residential areas in Erie, necessitating adherence to setback regulations and air quality monitoring to mitigate impacts on local communities.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas development. Proximity to the town of Erie raises considerations for air quality and noise impacts. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and gas extraction activities can affect local water resources through potential groundwater contamination. Regulatory oversight by COGCC includes requirements for emissions controls and well integrity testing to minimize environmental risks.