Overview
PDC Christiansen 31, 41, 42-33 is a gas extraction facility located near Eaton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
PDC Christiansen 31, 41, 42-33 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 7.6 miles east of Eaton. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the natural gas supply chain in the United States. 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. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its role in both gas extraction and natural gas liquid recovery. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on well productivity. This facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demand, supporting local industrial and residential natural gas needs. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with significant oil and gas activity, contributing to the state's energy infrastructure. The facility's operational status ensures continued gas supply to downstream markets.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado, where water availability and land use are key environmental considerations. Proximity to populated areas like Eaton requires careful management of emissions and noise. The area is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards include drought and wildfire risk. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA addresses pipeline integrity and leak prevention.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 7.6 miles east of Eaton, at coordinates 40.535047, -104.548397.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
The facility extracts natural gas that feeds into regional pipelines, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in northern Colorado.
Key considerations include water usage for hydraulic fracturing, methane emissions management, and land disturbance. Operators must follow state and federal guidelines to minimize impacts.
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