PDC Energy - Kirby 33/34/43 Gas Extraction Facility, Brighton, Colorado

PDC Energy - Kirby 33/34/43 is a gas extraction facility located in Brighton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional gas infrastructure in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing area. 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. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically involve well pads, gathering lines, and processing equipment to handle natural gas production. As part of the gas extraction network in Colorado, this facility contributes to the state's energy supply. The Denver-Julesburg Basin is known for its significant natural gas reserves, and facilities like this one play a key role in delivering gas to downstream markets and local communities.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like Brighton requires adherence to setback regulations and emission controls. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards include potential for wildfires and extreme weather events that could impact operations.