Overview
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11614400 is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11614400 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional natural gas infrastructure in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing area. 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 pipeline safety. As a gas extraction battery, it likely includes separation, metering, and initial processing equipment to prepare natural gas for transmission. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate involvement in both gas and natural gas liquids production. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County, one of the most productive oil and gas regions in the United States. Its location near Fort Lupton places it within a mixed agricultural and industrial landscape, with proximity to populated areas requiring adherence to safety and environmental regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with potential seismic and climate hazard exposure, typical of the Rocky Mountain region. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates careful management of operating pressure and vintage to minimize risks. Local environmental considerations include air quality impacts from gas extraction and potential groundwater protection requirements under Colorado regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA, in Weld County. The specific address is CNE SEC 23 T2N R66W, with zip code 80621.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas and natural gas liquids, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211112 and 211130. It is part of the upstream infrastructure in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for pipeline design, construction, and operation. State-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission also apply.
The facility has a medium risk score due to its location in a seismically active region and proximity to populated areas. However, it operates under stringent federal and state regulations that mitigate these risks.
As a gas extraction battery, it is a critical link between wellheads and transmission pipelines, processing raw gas for delivery to the national grid. It supports energy supply in Colorado and the broader US market.
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