Overview
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11331900 is an operational gas extraction facility in Broomfield Area, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11331900 is a gas extraction facility located in the Broomfield Area of Boulder County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional natural gas infrastructure, contributing to the extraction and processing of natural gas in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction battery, it likely includes separation, dehydration, and metering equipment typical for gathering and processing raw natural gas from multiple wells. Located in a region with active oil and gas development, this facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets. Its proximity to the Denver metropolitan area underscores the importance of safe operations and adherence to environmental and safety regulations to minimize risks to nearby communities.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with a semi-arid climate and proximity to the Rocky Mountain Front Range. Local environmental considerations include potential impacts on air quality from volatile organic compounds and methane emissions, as well as water resource management in a region with periodic drought conditions. The facility's location near populated areas necessitates robust leak detection and safety protocols.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Broomfield Area of Boulder County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 39.954762, -105.092958.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas from nearby wells, likely including separation, dehydration, and metering before the gas enters transmission pipelines.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for pipeline design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
As a gas extraction site near populated areas, it contributes to local energy supply while requiring strict safety measures to manage risks such as leaks or accidents.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado vary from small wellhead batteries to large processing plants, with capacities ranging from a few million to hundreds of million cubic feet per day.
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