Overview
Noble Energy, Inc. operates a gas extraction facility 2.2 miles southwest of Evans, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is operational and supports regional natural gas production.
Noble Energy, Inc. - 415860636 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 2.2 miles southwest of Evans. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The site is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both gas processing and extraction. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules. Typical gas extraction operations in this region involve hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. The scale of production at this site is consistent with medium-sized operations common in Weld County. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas like Evans and potential impacts on air quality and water resources. The facility's location in an active agricultural and urban interface requires adherence to setback requirements and emission controls. Its role in the local energy grid supports residential and industrial natural gas demand in northern Colorado.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, a region with high seismic activity due to induced seismicity from oil and gas operations. Proximity to the town of Evans (2.2 miles) raises concerns about noise, air emissions, and potential well integrity issues. Colorado's regulatory framework requires groundwater monitoring and methane leak detection to mitigate environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located 2.2 miles southwest of Evans, Colorado, in Weld County, at coordinates 40.324509, -104.756470.
It is a gas extraction facility, classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction).
The facility must comply with U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR Part 192), Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules, and EPA air quality standards.
The facility is currently operational.
Key concerns include induced seismicity, groundwater contamination, methane emissions, and proximity to populated areas. Colorado regulations require monitoring and mitigation measures.
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