Overview
NOBLE ENERGY - UPRC T3N R65W S23 L01 is a gas extraction facility in the Evans Area, Weld County, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
NOBLE ENERGY - UPRC T3N R65W S23 L01 is a gas extraction facility located in the Evans Area, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant natural gas production, particularly from the Denver-Julesburg Basin. As a gas extraction site, 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, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region utilize hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling techniques to access tight gas formations. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. The facility's location in Weld County, a region with active oil and gas development, means it operates within a context of ongoing regulatory oversight and community engagement. Its role in the local energy infrastructure supports regional energy supply and economic activity.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with extensive oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like Evans requires careful management of emissions and water usage. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use add to the environmental sensitivity, necessitating compliance with state and federal regulations to mitigate impacts on air quality and groundwater.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Evans Area, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.205105, -104.632957.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, which cover natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction.
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).
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region, with thousands of wells. Individual facilities vary from small to large, often producing several million cubic feet of gas per day.
The facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity, but also requires management of environmental impacts such as air emissions and water use, in line with state and federal regulations.
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