Noble Energy - Pappenheim USX Gas Extraction Facility, Eaton, Colorado

Noble Energy - Pappenheim USX is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 10.3 miles east of Eaton. The facility operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the United States. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the country's natural gas supply chain. The facility is regulated under the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline design, construction, and operation. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is involved in natural gas extraction. Typical operations include drilling, well completion, and gas processing to prepare natural gas for transport. This facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demands, supplying natural gas to local markets and interstate pipelines. Its location in Weld County places it in an area with significant oil and gas activity, contributing to Colorado's energy economy and supporting downstream industrial and residential consumers.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado, where water resources are critical. Gas extraction operations may involve hydraulic fracturing and produced water management, which require careful handling to protect groundwater. The area is also subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards include drought and wildfires. Proximity to populated areas like Eaton necessitates adherence to safety regulations to minimize risks.