Overview
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11351100 is an operational gas extraction facility in Erie, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11351100 is a gas extraction facility located in Erie, Boulder County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas activity. 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, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on well productivity and infrastructure. This facility plays a role in the regional gas supply chain, contributing to Colorado's energy production. Its location near Erie, a growing community, underscores the importance of safety and environmental management in gas extraction operations. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to local energy needs and economic activity.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Boulder County, Colorado, an area with a mix of urban development and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas like Erie requires careful management of emissions and noise. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks. Gas extraction operations must comply with Colorado's stringent air quality regulations, including methane emission controls, to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Erie, Boulder County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.018182, -105.094586.
It is a gas extraction battery facility that collects and processes natural gas from multiple wells, preparing it for transmission into pipelines.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-specific air quality and methane emission rules enforced by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
Battery facilities in the Denver-Julesburg Basin typically range from small to medium scale, handling capacities from a few million to tens of millions of cubic feet per day, depending on well productivity.
The facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity, but its proximity to Erie requires adherence to safety and environmental standards to mitigate risks such as emissions and noise.
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