Overview
Noble Tank Battery #10658900 is an operational gas extraction facility in Evans, Colorado, USA. It supports natural gas production in Weld County, a key region for energy infrastructure.
Noble Tank Battery #10658900 is a gas extraction facility located in Evans, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas production infrastructure in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas region. Its location in northeastern Colorado places it within a network of wells and gathering systems that feed into larger transmission pipelines. The facility operates under US federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. As a tank battery, it separates oil, gas, and water from production streams, with gas typically routed to sales lines or processing plants. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its role in both gas and NGL recovery. This facility contributes to the regional energy supply, serving local and downstream markets. Its operation in Weld County, one of the most productive oil and gas counties in the US, underscores its importance in maintaining domestic energy production. The facility's proximity to Evans and Greeley highlights the integration of energy infrastructure with populated areas, requiring careful adherence to safety and environmental protocols.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with a semi-arid climate and is near the South Platte River basin. Local environmental considerations include potential impacts on air quality from volatile organic compounds and methane emissions, as well as water usage and produced water management. The region's agricultural land use and growing population necessitate robust monitoring and mitigation practices to minimize ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
Noble Tank Battery #10658900 is located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at NE SW SEC 29 T5N R65W.
It is a gas extraction facility that separates oil, gas, and water from production streams, supporting natural gas and natural gas liquid recovery.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
The facility contributes to local energy production and economic activity but requires careful management of emissions and water use to protect community health and the environment.
Tank batteries vary in size, but they typically handle production from multiple wells, with gas capacities ranging from a few hundred to several thousand mcf per day.
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