Overview
NOBLE ENERGY, INC. BATTERY # 117310 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 7.3 miles east of Eaton. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
NOBLE ENERGY, INC. BATTERY # 117310 is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, about 7.3 miles east of Eaton. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It operates under the jurisdiction of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both gas processing and extraction. Typical battery facilities in this region handle multiple wells and have gathering systems that transport gas to processing plants. The operational status is active, contributing to the regional gas supply. Environmental considerations include proximity to agricultural land and the South Platte River watershed. The facility's location in a seismically stable area reduces earthquake risk, but the high density of oil and gas operations in Weld County necessitates robust monitoring for methane leaks and groundwater protection. The facility plays a role in meeting local energy demands and supporting the regional economy.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with extensive agricultural activity and a high concentration of oil and gas operations. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire. Proximity to the South Platte River watershed raises concerns about water contamination from surface spills or leaks. The facility's operations are subject to Colorado's stringent air quality regulations, including methane emission controls. Seismic risk is low, but the cumulative impact of multiple extraction sites in the area requires careful environmental management.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 7.3 miles east of Eaton, at coordinates 40.527683, -104.552936.
It is a gas extraction facility that separates natural gas and natural gas liquids from well production, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline design, construction, and operation. Additionally, Colorado state regulations apply for air quality and water protection.
Battery facilities in Colorado's Denver-Julesburg Basin typically handle multiple wells with capacities ranging from a few million to over 100 million cubic feet per day, depending on the number of connected wells and reservoir characteristics.
The facility gathers and processes natural gas from nearby wells, feeding into regional pipelines that supply residential, commercial, and industrial consumers in northern Colorado and beyond.
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