Overview
Noble - Faulkner Cecil Farms USX T7N-R64 is an operational gas extraction facility in Weld County, Colorado, near Eaton. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Noble - Faulkner Cecil Farms USX T7N-R64 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 5 miles east of Eaton. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant natural gas production. 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, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe transportation of natural gas. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) classify its activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on well productivity and infrastructure. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to agricultural areas and the potential for methane emissions. The facility's location in a seismically stable region reduces certain risks, but operational practices must adhere to state and federal environmental standards to minimize impacts on local air and water quality.
Environmental context
The facility is located in an agricultural area of Weld County, Colorado, where gas extraction activities must balance with farming operations. The region experiences a semi-arid climate, and water usage for hydraulic fracturing is a key environmental concern. Proximity to populated areas like Eaton necessitates careful management of emissions and noise to comply with local regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 5 miles east of Eaton, at SWSW SEC 19 T7N R64W.
The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 for natural gas extraction and liquid extraction.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal regulations such as PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level environmental and operational standards set by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
Facilities in the Denver-Julesburg Basin range from small to medium scale, with production capacities varying based on well characteristics and infrastructure. The region is a major contributor to U.S. natural gas output.
Key environmental considerations include methane emissions, water usage for hydraulic fracturing, and potential impacts on local air quality and agriculture. Operators must adhere to state and federal regulations to mitigate these effects.
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