PATINA WARDELL 18-4J,16JI Gas Extraction Facility in Gilcrest, Colorado

PATINA WARDELL 18-4J,16JI is a gas extraction facility located in Gilcrest, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction activities. It is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado are subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), ensuring safe and environmentally responsible operations. This facility plays a role in the local natural gas supply chain, supporting energy needs in the region. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with significant gas infrastructure, contributing to the broader network that serves residential, commercial, and industrial consumers.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land use. Proximity to populated areas like Gilcrest requires careful management of emissions and noise. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards include occasional wildfires and flooding. Regulatory oversight from COGCC and PHMSA addresses these risks through well construction standards and leak detection programs.