Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11615500 - Gas Extraction Facility in Brighton, Colorado

Noble Energy Inc. Battery #11615500 is a gas extraction facility situated in the DACONO area of Brighton, Weld County, Colorado. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply chain in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. Its location in the Front Range urban corridor places it within a densely populated area with significant energy infrastructure. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. As a gas extraction battery, it separates and processes raw natural gas from wells, preparing it for pipeline transport. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively, suggesting a focus on both dry gas and NGL recovery. This facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demand, supplying natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial users in Colorado and beyond. Its proximity to Brighton and Denver underscores the integration of energy infrastructure with urban environments, requiring careful management of operational risks and environmental impacts.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. Proximity to the South Platte River and urban centers like Brighton and Denver raises considerations for water resource management and air quality. The region is subject to occasional seismic activity and severe weather events, including tornadoes and hailstorms, which can pose risks to gas infrastructure. Operational practices must address potential methane emissions and groundwater protection.