Noble Tank Battery #10059000 - Gas Extraction Facility in Gilcrest, Colorado

Noble Tank Battery #10059000 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 2.2 miles north of Gilcrest. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, which cover natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. It is situated in a region known for active oil and gas development within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. 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 gas pipeline safety. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region involve wellhead separation, metering, and temporary storage before transport to processing plants. The facility's location in a rural agricultural area suggests moderate scale operations. Environmental considerations include proximity to agricultural land and the South Platte River watershed. The facility's role in the local gas infrastructure supports regional energy supply and economic activity in Weld County, a major hub for natural gas production in Colorado. Operational practices must comply with state and federal environmental regulations to mitigate impacts on air quality and water resources.

The facility is located in an agricultural region of Weld County, near the South Platte River. Gas extraction operations can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Proximity to populated areas and irrigation canals requires careful management of potential leaks or spills. The region is subject to occasional drought conditions, making water use and groundwater protection important environmental considerations.