Overview
Merit Energy Company - Eaton Development is a natural gas extraction facility in Eaton, Colorado, operating within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. It is part of the United States' extensive gas infrastructure network.
Merit Energy Company - Eaton Development is a natural gas extraction facility located in Eaton, Weld County, Colorado. The facility operates in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, contributing to the United States' energy production. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its involvement in both extraction and processing. Typical operations involve drilling, wellhead compression, and initial gas treatment before transport. The Eaton Development facility supports local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risks, though proximity to agricultural land requires careful environmental management. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing contribution to regional gas infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado with agricultural land use. Natural gas extraction in this area involves managing water resources, air emissions, and potential impacts on soil and groundwater. The Denver-Julesburg Basin has experienced increased development, necessitating adherence to state regulations for well integrity and emission controls. The facility's rural setting reduces exposure to populated areas but requires monitoring of local ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Eaton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at NW SW SEC 36 T7N R66W.
It is a natural gas extraction facility involved in the production and initial processing of natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility is currently operational, contributing to the natural gas supply in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Facilities like this must comply with U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules for well integrity and environmental protection.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in Colorado, with extensive infrastructure for extraction and processing, supporting both local and national energy needs.
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