Overview
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11382800 is an operational gas extraction facility in Erie, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations for natural gas infrastructure.
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11382800 is a gas extraction facility located in Erie, Boulder County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional natural gas production infrastructure in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. Its location in a populated area near Erie underscores the importance of safety and regulatory compliance. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction battery, it likely includes separation, metering, and initial processing equipment typical for gathering systems in the region. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. This facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting residential and industrial gas demand in the Front Range urban corridor. Its proximity to populated areas necessitates robust safety measures and adherence to state and federal regulations to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and handling.
Environmental context
Located near Erie, Colorado, the facility operates in a region with a semi-arid climate and occasional seismic activity from induced seismicity related to oil and gas operations. Proximity to populated areas increases the importance of managing fugitive emissions and ensuring pipeline integrity. The facility's environmental context includes potential impacts on local air quality and groundwater, requiring compliance with Colorado's stringent oil and gas regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Erie, Boulder County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.049587, -105.081032.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas from wells, including separation and metering, as part of the upstream gas infrastructure.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state oil and gas rules.
The facility is listed as Operational, indicating it is actively extracting and processing natural gas.
It is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin gas production network, supplying natural gas to the Front Range urban corridor and supporting local energy needs.
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