PDC Energy - Briggs Agg 1-25 Gas Extraction Facility, Brighton, Colorado

PDC Energy - Briggs Agg 1-25 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 1.4 miles northwest of Brighton. The facility is operational and situated in 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). The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellhead operations, separation, and initial processing before gas enters transmission pipelines. The region's gas infrastructure is characterized by extensive pipeline networks serving both local and interstate markets. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to agricultural and residential areas in Weld County. The site's location in a seismically stable region reduces certain risks, but operational safety measures are critical due to the handling of pressurized hydrocarbons. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and suburban land use. Proximity to populated areas near Brighton necessitates robust safety protocols for gas extraction operations. The region experiences low seismic activity, but climate hazards such as wildfires and severe storms may pose operational risks. Local air quality regulations and water management practices are key environmental considerations for gas extraction in this area.