Overview
Noble Energy - Shable USX L03 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 10.4 miles east of Eaton. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Noble Energy - Shable USX L03 is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, about 10.4 miles east of Eaton. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipeline safety. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate it is involved in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often producing several million cubic feet per day. The facility is operational and contributes to the local gas supply infrastructure. Located in a rural agricultural area, the facility's environmental context includes proximity to populated areas and potential exposure to seismic and climate hazards typical of the Rocky Mountain region. Its role in the gas grid supports downstream processing and distribution, serving both residential and industrial consumers in northern Colorado.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural agricultural area of Weld County, with nearby populated areas including Eaton and Greeley. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions with occasional drought and wildfire risk. Seismic activity is generally low but can occur due to induced seismicity from oil and gas operations. Typical gas extraction sites in Colorado are subject to state and federal regulations addressing methane emissions and water protection.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 10.4 miles east of Eaton, at coordinates 40.587956, -104.507355.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in natural gas and natural gas liquid extraction, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Facilities in the basin range from small to medium scale, often producing several million cubic feet per day, with some larger operations exceeding 100 MMcf/d.
The facility is in a rural area with potential risks from methane emissions, water use, and induced seismicity. It is subject to environmental regulations including air quality permits and water protection measures.
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