Overview
PDC Energy - Kreps 11-7 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, near Eaton. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
PDC Energy - Kreps 11-7 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 4.8 miles east of Eaton. The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. As a gas extraction site, it likely employs standard drilling and completion techniques common in the region, such as hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply for the region, supporting local energy needs and potentially feeding into interstate pipelines. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with significant oil and gas activity, which has implications for local infrastructure and community services.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas like Eaton (4.8 miles) raises considerations for noise, air quality, and water usage. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards include drought and wildfires. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) addresses environmental impacts.
Frequently asked questions
PDC Energy - Kreps 11-7 is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 4.8 miles east of Eaton, at coordinates 40.505664, -104.600153.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies such as PHMSA for pipeline safety, under DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
The facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity, but its proximity to Eaton requires adherence to environmental and safety regulations to minimize impacts on air quality, water resources, and noise.
The facility is currently operational, as indicated in the public record.
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