Overview
PDC Energy - Mapelli 2, 3 is a gas extraction facility in Ault, Colorado, United States. It operates in Weld County, a key region for natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
PDC Energy - Mapelli 2, 3 is a gas extraction facility located in Ault, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the United States. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies such as the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for pipeline safety. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate it is involved in natural gas extraction and natural gas liquid extraction. As a gas extraction site, it likely utilizes conventional drilling and completion techniques typical of the region. The operational status is active, contributing to the local gas supply chain. Environmental considerations for gas extraction facilities in Colorado include proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on air and water quality. The facility's location in Weld County, which has a mix of agricultural and residential areas, necessitates adherence to state regulations on emissions and water management. Its role in the regional gas infrastructure supports energy needs while operating within a well-established regulatory framework.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and residential land uses. Gas extraction activities in this region are subject to state regulations addressing air emissions, water usage, and well integrity. Proximity to populated areas like Ault requires careful management of noise, traffic, and potential fugitive emissions. The local climate, with semi-arid conditions, influences water management practices for hydraulic fracturing and dust control.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Ault, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at NE SEC 20 T7N R65W.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the extraction of natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility is owned by PDC Energy, a company active in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) for drilling and production, and by the EPA for air and water quality. Pipeline safety is governed by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192.
Gas extraction can affect air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and water resources through hydraulic fracturing. Colorado has strict regulations to minimize these impacts, including leak detection and water recycling requirements.
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