Overview
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #81439800 is a gas extraction facility located near Denver, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Noble Energy Inc. Battery #81439800 is a gas extraction facility situated in Adams County, Colorado, approximately 2.7 miles northeast of Denver. The facility operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. As a gas extraction battery, it processes natural gas from nearby wells, contributing to the regional energy supply. 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 for natural gas. The NAICS code 211130 indicates natural gas extraction activities. Typical gas extraction batteries in Colorado include separators, dehydrators, and metering equipment to process raw gas for pipeline transport. This facility plays a role in the local energy infrastructure, supporting natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the Denver metropolitan area. Its proximity to a major urban center underscores the importance of safety and environmental management in gas extraction operations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region with low annual precipitation. Proximity to Denver (2.7 miles) raises considerations for air quality and noise management. Colorado regulations require emissions controls and leak detection programs for gas extraction sites. The area is not in a high seismic zone, but local weather patterns include occasional severe storms that could impact operations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Adams County, Colorado, approximately 2.7 miles northeast of Denver, at coordinates 39.939340, -104.603036.
It is a gas extraction battery that processes natural gas from wells, separating liquids and preparing gas for pipeline transport.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with Colorado state oil and gas rules.
It supplies natural gas to the Denver area, supporting energy needs, while adhering to safety and environmental standards to minimize local impacts.
Gas extraction batteries in Colorado vary from small single-well sites to large multi-well facilities, with capacities ranging from a few million cubic feet per day to over 100 MMcfd.
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