Overview
NOBLE ENERGY - WAUGH PC L01 is a gas extraction facility located near Eaton, Colorado, in Weld County. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region.
NOBLE ENERGY - WAUGH PC L01 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 6 miles north of Eaton, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific hydrocarbon-producing region. As an operational gas extraction site, it contributes to the natural gas supply chain in the United States. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both gas and natural gas liquids production. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region utilize hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. The regulatory framework includes oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations for downstream transport. The environmental context involves proximity to agricultural land and rural communities. The facility's operations are subject to state regulations regarding air emissions, water management, and well integrity. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with significant oil and gas activity, requiring careful management of local environmental impacts.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region with agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas and groundwater resources necessitates adherence to Colorado's stringent oil and gas regulations, including setback requirements and water quality monitoring. The area is also subject to occasional seismic activity, which is monitored by the COGCC.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 6 miles north of Eaton, Colorado, in Weld County, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids from tight formations using advanced drilling and completion techniques.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which enforces rules on well spacing, water management, air quality, and seismic monitoring. Federal PHMSA regulations also apply to pipeline transport.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in Colorado, known for the Niobrara and Codell formations, which are developed using horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing.
Common concerns include groundwater contamination, air emissions from flaring and equipment, induced seismicity, and land use impacts. Operators must comply with state and federal regulations to mitigate these risks.
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