ENCANA - LUHMAN 1 & 44 BATTERY Gas Extraction Facility in Firestone, Colorado

ENCANA - LUHMAN 1 & 44 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. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is part of a sector that typically involves wellhead separation, compression, and metering before gas enters transmission pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. This facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond. Its location in Weld County places it within a major oil and gas producing area, where infrastructure like this battery is essential for gathering and processing raw gas from multiple wells.

The facility is situated in an area with moderate seismic activity and a semi-arid climate. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone requires careful management of operational risks, including pressure control and leak detection. The region's water resources and air quality are key environmental considerations for gas extraction operations.