Overview
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11384100 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 #11384100 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 with significant natural gas production. As a battery site, it serves as a central collection point for multiple wells, processing and separating gas, oil, and water before transport. 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 gas pipeline safety. Typical gas extraction batteries in Colorado include separators, heaters, and storage tanks, with capacities varying based on well productivity. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate the facility's involvement in both gas and NGL production. This facility contributes to the regional energy supply, supporting local and national gas demand. Its location in Erie, a growing community near Denver, underscores the importance of safe operations and environmental stewardship. The battery plays a key role in the midstream segment, connecting upstream production to downstream processing and distribution networks.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region with proximity to residential areas in Erie, Colorado. Gas extraction operations can pose risks related to air emissions, water usage, and potential leaks. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though generally low. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA and state agencies helps mitigate environmental impacts through leak detection and emission controls.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Erie, Boulder County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.014577, -105.054625.
It is a gas extraction battery that collects and processes natural gas and natural gas liquids from multiple wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas pipelines and associated equipment.
Capacities vary widely, but typical batteries in the Denver-Julesburg Basin handle from 1 to 50 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd) of natural gas, depending on well productivity.
The facility supports local energy production and economic activity, but requires careful management of emissions and safety due to its proximity to residential areas.
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