Overview
NOBLE ENERGY- TANK BATTERY 11540700 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, United States. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region.
NOBLE ENERGY- TANK BATTERY 11540700 is a gas extraction facility situated in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within Weld County. This facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, one of the most prolific oil and gas regions in the United States. The site is currently operational and contributes to the regional natural gas supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and follows DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. As a tank battery, it serves as a collection point for produced fluids from multiple wells, separating gas, oil, and water. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton and the South Platte River corridor. The facility's operations are subject to Colorado's air quality regulations and methane emission standards. Its role in gathering and processing natural gas supports local energy infrastructure and downstream consumers.
Environmental context
The facility is located in an area with mixed agricultural and residential land use, requiring careful management of emissions and noise. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks. Proximity to the South Platte River necessitates spill prevention and groundwater monitoring to protect water resources.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, United States, within Weld County. Its address is SW SW SEC 13 T2N R66W, Fort Lupton, CO 80621.
It is a gas extraction facility that operates as a tank battery, collecting and separating natural gas, oil, and water from nearby wells. It is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin's natural gas production infrastructure.
The facility operates under U.S. federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192. State-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission also apply.
Environmental considerations include air emissions management, water usage and disposal, and spill prevention. Colorado has specific methane emission standards and groundwater monitoring requirements for such facilities.
It plays a role in gathering natural gas from production wells, processing it for transport, and supplying the regional gas grid. This supports residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in the area.
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