Overview
PDC Dalton 13, 23-24 is an operational gas extraction facility in Eaton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
PDC Dalton 13, 23-24 is a gas extraction facility located in Eaton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the region's natural gas production needs, contributing to the broader gas infrastructure network in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. 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 and integrity. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, with typical capacities ranging from small to medium scale for the region. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets, supporting energy demands in Colorado and beyond. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with significant oil and gas activity, contributing to the state's energy infrastructure and economic landscape.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, a region with active oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like Eaton requires careful management of operational risks, including well integrity and emissions. The area experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire, which can impact infrastructure. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules addresses these environmental factors.
Frequently asked questions
PDC Dalton 13, 23-24 is located in Eaton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.560423, -104.735008.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, contributing to the US energy supply.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment, feeding natural gas into gathering pipelines and processing plants for distribution to end users.
Environmental considerations include managing methane emissions, protecting groundwater, and mitigating impacts from drought and wildfire risks common to the semi-arid region.
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