Noble Energy Sandau Bartles L02 Gas Extraction Facility, Gilcrest, Colorado

Noble Energy Sandau Bartles L02 is a gas extraction facility located approximately 2.3 miles north of Gilcrest, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas production. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region handle medium to large volumes of natural gas. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate activities related to natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas, as Gilcrest is a small town, and the potential for seismic or climate hazard exposure in Colorado. The facility's operational status suggests it contributes to the local energy infrastructure, supporting regional gas supply and economic activity in Weld County.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to agricultural land and the South Platte River raises considerations for water and air quality management. Colorado's regulatory framework includes stringent emissions and water protection rules for gas extraction operations.