Overview
PDC Energy - Thornton 15Y-414 is an operational gas extraction facility in Weld County, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
PDC Energy - Thornton 15Y-414 is a gas extraction facility located in the Ault Area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas activity. 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. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream hydrocarbon production. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply infrastructure, supporting local energy needs and industrial operations. Its location in Weld County places it within a major energy-producing area, with proximity to population centers and agricultural land, necessitating adherence to safety and environmental regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and urban land use. Proximity to populated areas and the potential for seismic activity in the region are relevant environmental considerations. The facility's operations are subject to regulations addressing methane emissions and groundwater protection, typical for gas extraction sites in the United States.
Frequently asked questions
PDC Energy - Thornton 15Y-414 is located in the Ault Area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, with coordinates 40.571482, -104.757169.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA, with rules covering well construction, emissions, and water protection.
The facility is currently operational, as per the available data.
Gas extraction can affect air quality through methane emissions and water resources through potential contamination. Facilities in Colorado must comply with state and federal environmental regulations to mitigate these impacts.
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