Overview
EXTRACTION O&G - GRANT BROTHERS BATTERY is a gas extraction facility in Frederick, Colorado, United States. It operates under federal and state regulations for natural gas production.
EXTRACTION O&G - GRANT BROTHERS BATTERY is a gas extraction facility located in Frederick, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE), which enforce air quality and emissions standards. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region employ conventional drilling and production techniques, with capacities varying widely depending on the well configuration and reservoir characteristics. As part of the local gas infrastructure, this facility plays a role in meeting energy demands for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the Front Range area. Its location in Weld County, a major oil and gas producing region, underscores its significance within the state's energy portfolio.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with a semi-arid climate and proximity to agricultural and residential zones. Gas extraction operations can influence local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission aims to minimize these impacts through leak detection and repair programs.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Frederick, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.123853, -104.961239.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, contributing to the local energy supply.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and CDPHE.
Gas extraction can affect air quality through emissions and water resources through hydraulic fracturing. Colorado requires operators to implement best management practices to mitigate these impacts.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in Colorado, with extensive infrastructure for extraction, processing, and transportation, supporting both local and national energy needs.
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