Noble Tank Battery #415744796 - Gas Extraction Facility in Briggsdale, Colorado

Noble Tank Battery #415744796 is a gas extraction facility located in Briggsdale, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in processing and separating natural gas liquids from raw gas streams. As a tank battery, this facility collects and separates oil, gas, and water from nearby wells before sending the products to pipelines or processing plants. In Colorado, such facilities operate under state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal oversight from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for any connected pipelines. The facility's location in a rural area with low population density reduces some risk factors, but the high pressure and flammable nature of the products require strict safety protocols. The facility contributes to the regional energy supply, supporting local economies and the broader U.S. natural gas infrastructure. Its proximity to agricultural land and the South Platte River watershed necessitates environmental monitoring to prevent spills and protect water resources. Regular inspections and adherence to COGCC rules help mitigate operational risks.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid agricultural region of northeastern Colorado, with the South Platte River approximately 10 miles south. The area experiences occasional severe weather, including hailstorms and tornadoes, which could pose risks to above-ground infrastructure. The local ecosystem includes shortgrass prairie and wildlife such as pronghorn and migratory birds. Spill prevention and groundwater monitoring are critical due to the proximity to irrigation wells and the Ogallala Aquifer recharge zone.