Overview
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11601600 is an operational gas extraction facility in Commerce City, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11601600 is a gas extraction facility located in Commerce City, Adams 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 gas extraction site, it plays a role in the local energy supply chain, processing natural gas from nearby wells. 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 that the facility is involved in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small wellhead sites to larger centralized processing plants, with capacities varying widely. Located near the urban area of Commerce City, the facility's proximity to populated areas necessitates robust safety and environmental management. Its role in the regional gas infrastructure supports local energy needs and contributes to the broader Rocky Mountain gas supply network. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing contribution to the area's energy portfolio.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, an area with a history of oil and gas development. Proximity to Commerce City and the Denver metropolitan area raises considerations for air quality and community safety. Colorado has implemented stringent regulations for methane emissions and well integrity to mitigate environmental impacts. The local climate, with semi-arid conditions and occasional severe weather, can affect operational practices and infrastructure resilience.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado, United States, at NWNE SEC 21 T2S R66W, with coordinates 39.868903, -104.779086.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas from wells, likely involving separation and initial treatment before transport to pipelines.
The facility operates under US federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state oil and gas regulations.
It is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin gas production network, contributing to the regional supply that feeds into interstate pipelines serving the Rocky Mountain and Midwest markets.
Key considerations include methane emission controls, groundwater protection, and community safety due to proximity to urban areas. Colorado has specific rules for well integrity and air quality.
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