Overview
ENCANA OIL & GAS - SPRAGUE 13-9 BATTERY is a gas extraction facility in the Firestone Area, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT regulations. It serves the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas region.
ENCANA OIL & GAS - SPRAGUE 13-9 BATTERY is a natural gas extraction facility located in the Firestone Area, Weld County, Colorado. The facility operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, one of the most productive oil and gas regions in the United States. As a gas extraction battery, it separates natural gas from produced fluids and prepares it for pipeline transport. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and integrity. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is classified as natural gas extraction. This facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in Colorado. Its location in Weld County, a hub for energy production, underscores its significance in the state's energy infrastructure. The facility's operational status contributes to the reliability of gas supply in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with moderate seismic activity and occasional severe weather, including tornadoes and blizzards, which can pose risks to gas infrastructure. Proximity to populated areas in Firestone and surrounding communities necessitates robust safety measures. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require careful management of water resources and emissions to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Firestone Area, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.151023, -104.902350.
It is a natural gas extraction battery that separates natural gas from produced fluids and prepares it for pipeline transport.
The facility operates under U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for pipeline design, construction, and integrity management.
Gas extraction batteries in Colorado's Denver-Julesburg Basin typically handle capacities ranging from a few million to over 100 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd), depending on the well productivity and infrastructure.
Key risks include methane emissions, groundwater contamination from produced water, and surface spills. Regulatory frameworks like PHMSA and state-level rules aim to mitigate these through leak detection and reporting requirements.
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