Overview
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #10031800 is a gas extraction facility located in Berthoud, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #10031800 is a gas extraction facility situated in Berthoud, Colorado, within the United States. The facility is located in Larimer County and operates in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas production. As a battery site, it serves as a central collection point for natural gas from multiple wells, processing and preparing the gas for transmission. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, specifically the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate that the facility is involved in natural gas extraction and liquid extraction. Typical battery facilities in this region handle moderate throughputs, often ranging from 10 to 50 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd). The facility plays a key role in the local gas infrastructure, supporting energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in northern Colorado. Its location near Berthoud, a growing community, underscores the importance of safe operations and adherence to regulatory standards. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural lands and the South Platte River watershed, requiring careful management of emissions and water resources.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Larimer County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and residential land use. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with potential for drought and wildfire risk. Proximity to the South Platte River watershed necessitates careful management of water resources and runoff. The facility's operations are subject to Colorado's stringent air quality regulations, including methane emission controls, to mitigate impacts on local air quality and climate.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Berthoud, Colorado, United States, specifically in Larimer County at coordinates 40.315256, -104.996758.
It is a gas extraction battery facility that collects and processes natural gas from multiple wells, preparing it for transmission into pipelines.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state air quality and oil and gas rules.
Battery facilities in the Denver-Julesburg Basin typically handle between 10 and 50 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd).
The facility must comply with Colorado's methane emission regulations and manage water resources to protect the South Platte River watershed and local air quality.
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