Overview
Noble Tank Battery #415779502 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Eaton, Colorado, in Weld County. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Noble Tank Battery #415779502 is a gas extraction facility located near Eaton, Colorado, in Weld County. It is part of the United States' extensive natural gas infrastructure, serving the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. 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. In Colorado, additional state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) apply. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region include wellheads, separators, and tank batteries for temporary storage before transport. The facility plays a role in the local gas supply chain, contributing to the energy needs of the region. Its location in Weld County, a major oil and gas producing area, places it within a network of similar infrastructure. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural land and the South Platte River watershed, requiring adherence to spill prevention and air quality controls.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas activity. The local environment includes agricultural lands and the South Platte River watershed. Proximity to populated areas and potential for seismic activity in the region are considerations for operational safety. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA and COGCC addresses these risks through pipeline integrity management and emission controls.
Frequently asked questions
Noble Tank Battery #415779502 is located near Eaton, Colorado, in Weld County, approximately 2.1 miles south of Eaton.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas from wells, separating liquids and storing them temporarily in tank batteries before transport.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and Colorado state regulations from the COGCC, covering well construction, emissions, and safety.
Tank battery capacities vary widely, but typical installations in the Denver-Julesburg Basin handle several thousand barrels of liquid per day, depending on well productivity.
The facility is subject to air quality permits and spill prevention plans to protect nearby agricultural land and the South Platte River watershed. Regular monitoring ensures compliance with environmental standards.
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