Overview
PDC Energy - UPV Bensler T5N-R66W-S29 L0 is a gas extraction facility in Evans, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations. It serves the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
PDC Energy - UPV Bensler T5N-R66W-S29 L0 is a gas extraction facility located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply infrastructure. 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 gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it typically involves wellheads, separation equipment, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas. The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region, with numerous similar facilities supporting local and national energy demands. This facility plays a role in the local energy grid, supplying natural gas for residential, commercial, and industrial use in northern Colorado. Its location in Weld County places it in an area with significant oil and gas activity, contributing to the state's energy portfolio and economic development.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an agricultural and semi-urban area near Evans, Colorado. Proximity to populated areas and the South Platte River corridor may require careful management of emissions and water usage. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks that could impact operations. Seismic activity in the area is low, but well integrity and pipeline safety remain key environmental considerations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at NWNE SEC 29 T5N R66W, postcode 80634.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, processing it for delivery into the pipeline system.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines.
It is part of the extensive network of gas wells and gathering systems in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, supplying natural gas to local utilities and interstate pipelines.
Key considerations include methane emissions management, water usage for hydraulic fracturing, and protection of groundwater and surface water resources.
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