Overview
Patina Schank 2 & 35-6 is a gas extraction facility in Evans, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations. It is part of the Weld County gas infrastructure network.
Patina Schank 2 & 35-6 is a gas extraction facility located in Evans, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the broader US energy market. 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. As a gas extraction site, it is subject to state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is classified as natural gas extraction, typically involving wells and gathering systems. This facility plays a role in the local gas infrastructure, supporting energy needs in Weld County and the Front Range urban corridor. Its location in an active oil and gas region means it is part of a dense network of extraction sites, with proximity to agricultural and residential areas requiring careful operational management.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, a region with significant oil and gas activity. Proximity to populated areas like Evans and the South Platte River corridor necessitates adherence to setback regulations and emission controls. The area experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks, which can impact infrastructure integrity. Seismic activity is low, but soil erosion and water management are key environmental considerations.
Frequently asked questions
Patina Schank 2 & 35-6 is located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at SW NW SEC35 T5N R66W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility is regulated by the US PHMSA under DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety, and by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) for state-level requirements.
It is part of the extensive natural gas extraction network in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, supplying gas to processing plants and pipelines that serve regional and national markets.
Environmental considerations include managing methane emissions, water usage for hydraulic fracturing, and protecting air quality in the Front Range ozone nonattainment area.
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