Overview
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #10004600 is an operational gas extraction facility in Evans, Colorado, USA. It supports natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #10004600 is a gas extraction facility located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas infrastructure, serving the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing area. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. As a gas extraction battery, it processes raw natural gas from wells, separating gas, oil, and water. Typical capacities for such facilities range from small to medium scale, supporting local gathering systems. This facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to regional markets and supporting energy needs in northern Colorado. Its location near Evans places it within an active industrial corridor, with proximity to agricultural and urban areas. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to local energy supply chains.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like Evans requires adherence to setback regulations and emission controls. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use necessitate careful water management and air quality monitoring to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at NW NE SEC33 T5N R65W.
It is a gas extraction battery that processes raw natural gas from wells, separating gas, oil, and water for further transport and refining.
The facility is owned by Noble Energy Inc., a major oil and gas company operating in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal rules such as PHMSA pipeline safety standards and EPA air quality requirements.
Gas extraction batteries vary in capacity, but typical facilities in the Denver-Julesburg Basin process several million cubic feet of gas per day, supporting local gathering systems and midstream infrastructure.
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