Overview
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11326600 is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It supports natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11326600 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's natural gas production, which is part of the broader Denver-Julesburg Basin activity. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. Typical gas extraction facilities in this area handle multiple wells and use separation, dehydration, and compression equipment to process raw gas. This battery contributes to local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County. Its location in a rural area near Fort Lupton balances operational needs with community proximity, requiring adherence to safety and environmental practices.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an agricultural and semi-rural area of Weld County, Colorado. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates careful management of emissions and noise. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risk, which can impact operations. Groundwater protection and air quality are key environmental considerations for gas extraction in this area.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at SE NE SEC 36 T2N R67W.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas from wells, typically involving separation, dehydration, and compression before transport.
The facility is currently operational.
Facilities must comply with U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR Part 192) and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules for drilling, production, and environmental protection.
Batteries in this basin vary from small single-well sites to large multi-well pads, with capacities ranging from a few million cubic feet per day to over 100 MMcfd.
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