Overview
ENCANA - CIRBO 4-6-5 BATTERY is a gas extraction facility in Firestone, Colorado, USA. It operates in Weld County, a key region for natural gas production.
ENCANA - CIRBO 4-6-5 BATTERY is a gas extraction facility located in Firestone, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and serves as a battery for separating and processing natural gas from nearby wells. Weld County is one of the most active oil and gas producing counties in the United States. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. Typical gas extraction batteries in this region handle multiple wells, with capacities ranging from small to medium scale. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and downstream processing. Its location in a rural-urban interface near Firestone requires careful management of operational impacts, including noise and emissions, in compliance with Colorado's stringent environmental regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with a mix of agricultural and residential land use, requiring adherence to setback and emission control regulations. Colorado's regulatory framework includes methane leak detection and repair programs to minimize greenhouse gas emissions. The region's semi-arid climate and proximity to the South Platte River watershed necessitate careful water management for hydraulic fracturing and produced water disposal.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Firestone, Colorado, USA, in Weld County. Its address is NW SE SEC 5 T2N R67W, with coordinates 40.165611, -104.911792.
It is a gas extraction battery that separates and processes natural gas from wells, handling natural gas liquids and natural gas extraction activities.
The facility is operational.
Facilities must comply with Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules, including setback requirements, emission controls, and water management. Federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations also apply.
Batteries in this region vary from small to medium scale, often serving multiple wells with capacities up to several million cubic feet per day.
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