PDC Energy - Schank J 35-27, 36-31 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

PDC Energy - Schank J 35-27, 36-31 is a natural gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, near Fort Lupton. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, one of the most prolific oil and gas producing regions in the United States. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both raw gas production and natural gas liquids recovery. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). It must comply with state and federal regulations, including the Clean Air Act and the Safe Drinking Water Act. Typical gas extraction operations in this region involve hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. The facility's scale is consistent with mid-sized operations common in the basin. As part of PDC Energy's portfolio, this facility contributes to the company's natural gas production in the region. The gas extracted here is processed and transported via pipelines to serve residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. The facility's location in an agricultural area requires careful management of environmental impacts, including water usage and emissions control.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and energy development. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions with limited water resources, making water management a key environmental consideration for gas extraction operations. Proximity to the South Platte River and groundwater aquifers necessitates compliance with water protection regulations. Air quality is also a concern due to potential emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, requiring adherence to state and federal air quality standards.