Overview
PDC Energy - Sullivan T6N-R66W-S3 is an operational gas extraction facility in Weld County, Colorado, near Eaton. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
PDC Energy - Sullivan T6N-R66W-S3 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 1.6 miles west of Eaton. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) oversees drilling and production activities. The facility's location in Weld County places it in an area with extensive gas infrastructure, including gathering lines and processing plants. This gas extraction site contributes to the regional energy supply, supporting local and national gas markets. Its proximity to Eaton and other communities necessitates adherence to safety and environmental regulations to minimize risks. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing production, which is typical for the region's active gas fields.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. Gas extraction operations here must manage potential impacts on air quality, water resources, and local ecosystems. The region is also prone to occasional seismic activity, which can affect well integrity and pipeline safety. Regulatory oversight by the COGCC and federal agencies aims to mitigate these environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 1.6 miles west of Eaton, at coordinates 40.518631, -104.767174.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules.
The facility is currently operational, indicating active gas extraction and production.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in Colorado, with extensive infrastructure for extraction, gathering, and processing.
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