Overview
Noble Tank Battery #10017400 is an operational gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, near Evans. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Noble Tank Battery #10017400 is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 1.8 miles east of Evans. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Its location in the Denver-Julesburg Basin places it within a major US oil and gas producing region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety for gas transmission and distribution. As a tank battery, it likely serves as a collection point for multiple wells, separating gas, oil, and water before further processing or transport. Typical capacities for such facilities vary widely, but the scale is consistent with midstream operations in the region. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas like Evans and potential impacts on local air and water quality. The facility's role in the regional gas infrastructure supports energy supply for the Front Range urban corridor. Operational practices must comply with Colorado's stringent oil and gas regulations, including setback requirements and emissions controls.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, a region with significant oil and gas development. Proximity to Evans (1.8 miles) raises considerations for community exposure to emissions and noise. Colorado's regulatory framework includes air quality permits, groundwater monitoring, and setback rules to mitigate environmental impacts. The semi-arid climate and agricultural land use in the area also influence operational practices.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 1.8 miles east of Evans, at coordinates 40.353916 N, -104.656494 W.
It is a gas extraction facility that collects and separates natural gas, oil, and water from multiple wells before sending them for further processing or transport.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state oil and gas rules.
Potential impacts include air emissions, noise, and water use. Colorado regulations require permits and monitoring to minimize these effects.
Capacities vary widely, but tank batteries in the Denver-Julesburg Basin typically handle several thousand barrels of fluid per day, depending on well productivity.
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