Overview
PDC Energy - Lorenz Chris T4N-R66W-S26 L is an operational gas extraction facility in Weld County, Colorado, United States. It is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin's natural gas infrastructure.
PDC Energy - Lorenz Chris T4N-R66W-S26 L is a gas extraction facility located in the Gilcrest area of Weld County, Colorado. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the United States. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, covering natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which oversees drilling, production, and environmental compliance. The facility's scale is typical for the region, with numerous similar sites in Weld County. The facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demand, supplying natural gas to local distribution networks and potentially to interstate pipelines. Its location in an agricultural and rural area near the South Platte River requires careful management of water resources and emissions. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing contribution to the local economy and energy infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. Proximity to the South Platte River and irrigation canals necessitates careful water management to prevent contamination. The region is also prone to occasional seismic activity, though generally low magnitude. Air quality concerns related to methane emissions and volatile organic compounds are typical for gas extraction sites in the area, requiring compliance with state and federal air regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Gilcrest area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, near the South Platte River.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids from the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility operates under U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR Part 192) and Colorado state oil and gas rules enforced by the COGCC.
Weld County hosts numerous gas extraction sites, ranging from small to large operations, with many producing from the Niobrara formation.
The facility must manage water use, methane emissions, and potential impacts on nearby agricultural land and the South Platte River watershed.
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