Overview
ENCANA - ECHEVERRIA 1 BATTERY is a gas extraction facility in Firestone, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
ENCANA - ECHEVERRIA 1 BATTERY is a gas extraction facility located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the region's natural gas production needs, contributing to the broader gas infrastructure network in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. As a gas extraction site, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate involvement in natural gas extraction and support activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small well pads to larger centralized processing plants, with capacities varying widely. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs. Its location in Weld County places it within an area of active oil and gas development, with proximity to populated areas requiring careful operational management and adherence to safety standards.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas extraction. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone necessitates careful management of emissions and operational safety. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks that may impact operations. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules addresses environmental and safety concerns.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at SW SW SEC 2 T2N R67W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under the regulatory framework of US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
Facilities in the basin range from small well pads to larger centralized processing plants, with capacities varying from a few million cubic feet per day to over 100 million cubic feet per day.
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