Overview
PDC - Cozzens 12, 13, 22, 23 is a gas extraction facility in Eaton, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations for pipeline safety.
PDC - Cozzens 12, 13, 22, 23 is a gas extraction facility located in Eaton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, which is a key component of the local energy infrastructure. Colorado's gas extraction sector is significant, with many wells operating in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 211111, 211112, and 211130 indicate that this facility is involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region use hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling techniques to access tight gas formations. As a gas extraction site, PDC - Cozzens 12, 13, 22, 23 plays a role in supplying natural gas to the broader energy grid, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. The facility's location in Weld County places it within an area with active oil and gas development, contributing to local economic activity and energy security. Environmental considerations include managing emissions, water usage, and land disturbance associated with extraction activities.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing environmental impacts, including air quality controls and water management practices. Proximity to populated areas like Eaton requires careful monitoring of emissions and noise to reduce community impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Eaton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.500948, -104.671654.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, contributing to the energy supply in the region.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for pipeline design, construction, and operation.
Colorado's gas extraction industry includes thousands of wells, with many in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. Facilities range from small single-well sites to large multi-well pads.
Gas extraction can affect air quality, water resources, and land use. Regulations require emissions controls, water management, and reclamation plans to mitigate these impacts.
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