Overview
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11308700 is an operational gas extraction facility in Broomfield, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11308700 is a gas extraction facility located in Broomfield, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with significant oil and gas activity. Its location in Broomfield places it within a suburban area near Denver, which influences operational considerations. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction battery, it likely processes natural gas from multiple wells, separating gas, oil, and water. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply infrastructure, supporting local energy needs and the broader Colorado energy market. Its proximity to populated areas necessitates adherence to safety and environmental regulations to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and processing.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Broomfield, Colorado, a suburban area with growing population density. Gas extraction operations in such settings require careful management of emissions, noise, and potential leaks. The region's semi-arid climate and proximity to the Front Range urban corridor heighten the importance of air quality controls and water management practices to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Broomfield, Colorado, United States, in the SE NE SEC 8 T1S R68W area, with coordinates 39.981209, -105.018135.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas from wells, separating gas, oil, and water as part of upstream operations.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Gas extraction batteries in the basin vary in capacity, often processing from a few million to tens of millions of cubic feet per day, depending on the number of connected wells.
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