Noble Energy Inc. Battery #10060400 - Gas Extraction Facility in Weld County, Colorado

Noble Energy Inc. Battery #10060400 is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, about 5.2 miles southeast of Gilcrest. The facility is operational and falls under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction activities. It is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas gathering and transmission. As a battery facility, it likely serves as a central point for separating, treating, and measuring natural gas from multiple wells before it enters the pipeline network. Typical capacities for such facilities in this region range from small to medium scale. The facility plays a role in the local energy supply chain, supporting natural gas production in Weld County, which is one of the most productive oil and gas counties in the United States. Its operations contribute to the regional grid and local economy, while adhering to state and federal environmental regulations.

The facility is located in an agricultural area of Weld County, with proximity to the South Platte River and irrigation canals. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and occasional flooding. Natural gas extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and water resources through hydraulic fracturing and produced water management. The facility is subject to Colorado's stringent air quality regulations and the state's methane reduction goals.