Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11385700 - Gas Extraction Facility near Gilcrest, Colorado

Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11385700 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 5.6 miles east of Gilcrest, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's natural gas infrastructure, contributing to the broader energy supply chain in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream sector, focusing on the initial processing of natural gas from wells. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Located in Colorado's Denver-Julesburg Basin, the facility is situated in an area with significant oil and gas activity. Its operational status underscores its role in meeting local and regional energy demands. The facility's proximity to populated areas and its operating characteristics are managed under state and federal regulations to ensure safety and environmental compliance.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas like Gilcrest necessitates careful management of emissions and potential impacts on air and water quality. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards such as wildfires and droughts may pose operational risks. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) addresses environmental protection.