PDC Energy - McElwain 3: 41, 42-7 Gas Extraction Facility in Brighton, Colorado

PDC Energy - McElwain 3: 41, 42-7 is a gas extraction facility located in Brighton, Adams County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the local gas infrastructure network in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant natural gas production. 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 and integrity. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, focusing on the extraction of raw natural gas from underground reservoirs. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to the regional grid, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in the Brighton area and beyond. Its location in Adams County places it within a region with moderate seismic activity and variable climate conditions, which are considered in operational risk management.

The facility is situated in an area with moderate seismic hazard and a semi-arid climate. Proximity to populated areas in Brighton requires careful management of operational risks, including well integrity and emissions control. The region's water resources are also a consideration for hydraulic fracturing operations.