Overview
PDC Energy's G&D Hanks 10, 15, 20-27 gas extraction facility in Eaton Area, Colorado, is an operational site within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, contributing to regional natural gas supply.
PDC Energy - G&D Hanks 10, 15, 20-27 is a gas extraction facility located in the Eaton Area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The facility is currently operational and is part of PDC Energy's portfolio in the area. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) oversight. Typical gas extraction in this region involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight gas formations. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) apply to this site. As a gas extraction facility, it plays a role in meeting regional energy demand. The site's location in Weld County places it in an area with significant oil and gas infrastructure, contributing to local economic activity and energy supply chains.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an agricultural and semi-arid region of northern Colorado. Proximity to populated areas and water resources requires careful management of emissions and water usage. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though risks are generally low. Regulatory oversight by the COGCC addresses environmental protection measures.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Eaton Area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, at SWSE SEC 27 T7N R66W.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin using typical methods such as horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA for pipeline safety, along with EPA environmental standards.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in the United States, known for its tight gas formations and extensive infrastructure supporting extraction and transportation.
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