Overview
PDC DYER 31, 32-34 is a natural gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 8.4 miles east of Eaton. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
PDC DYER 31, 32-34 is a natural gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, about 8.4 miles east of Eaton. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. 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 safe transportation of natural gas. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also oversees drilling and production activities. The facility's location in a rural area near Eaton suggests moderate population density, which is a factor in risk assessment. As a gas extraction site, PDC DYER 31, 32-34 contributes to the regional energy supply, feeding into local gathering systems and processing plants. Its operational status indicates ongoing production, supporting the broader natural gas infrastructure in the Rocky Mountain region. The facility's environmental context includes proximity to agricultural land and the South Platte River watershed, requiring adherence to state water protection and air quality regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and energy development. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and occasional wildfires. Proximity to the South Platte River and groundwater aquifers necessitates careful management of produced water and potential spills. Air quality regulations under the Colorado Air Quality Control Commission apply, particularly for volatile organic compounds and methane emissions.
Frequently asked questions
PDC DYER 31, 32-34 is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 8.4 miles east of Eaton, with coordinates 40.535103 N, -104.534147 W.
PDC DYER 31, 32-34 is a natural gas extraction facility that produces raw natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin. It is classified under NAICS 211112 and 211130 for natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal regulations such as PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) covering drilling, production, and environmental protection.
Gas extraction facilities in the Denver-Julesburg Basin vary widely, from single-well sites to multi-well pads. PDC DYER 31, 32-34 appears to be a multi-well pad, common in the region for efficient production.
The facility feeds natural gas into local gathering systems that transport gas to processing plants and ultimately to consumers. It supports the regional energy supply and economic activity in Weld County.
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