Overview
PDC Energy - R Miller 13, 23-24 is a gas extraction facility located near Eaton, Colorado, USA. It operates in Weld County, a key region for natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
PDC Energy - R Miller 13, 23-24 is a gas extraction facility located near Eaton, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and adheres to federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas gathering and transmission. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both gas extraction and natural gas liquid recovery. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often producing several million cubic feet per day. The operational status is active, contributing to the local gas supply chain. Environmentally, the facility is situated in an agricultural and semi-arid region. Proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on air quality and water resources are managed through state regulations. The facility's location in a seismically stable area reduces earthquake-related risks, but climate hazards such as wildfires or extreme weather may pose operational challenges.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, a region with a semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. Gas extraction operations here are subject to state regulations addressing air emissions, water use, and land disturbance. The area has low seismic risk, but potential climate hazards include drought and wildfire, which can impact infrastructure integrity. Proximity to residential areas requires careful management of noise, traffic, and fugitive emissions.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Eaton, Colorado, in Weld County, approximately 10.1 miles east of Eaton. The address is NWSW SEC. 24-T7N-R64W, with ZIP code 80615.
This facility is a gas extraction site that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids. It operates under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, covering natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction.
The facility is operated by PDC Energy, a company active in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. Specific operator details are not publicly listed, but PDC Energy is a known operator in Colorado.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and must comply with state rules on air quality, water protection, and well integrity. Federal regulations include PHMSA pipeline safety standards and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines.
Gas extraction can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Water usage and potential groundwater contamination are managed through state permits. The facility's location in an agricultural area requires careful land management to minimize disruption.
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