Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

PDC Energy - UPV T5N-R66W-S27 L01 Gas Extraction Facility, Evans, Colorado

EVANS, Colorado, United States

Overview

PDC Energy - UPV T5N-R66W-S27 L01 is a gas extraction facility in Evans, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

PDC Energy - UPV T5N-R66W-S27 L01 is a gas extraction facility located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas production. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, with capacities often measured in millions of standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd). This facility plays a role in the regional gas infrastructure, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with active drilling and production, contributing to the local economy and energy grid. The operational status ensures ongoing gas supply to downstream markets.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and proximity to the South Platte River. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to state and federal regulations regarding air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. The site's proximity to populated areas like Evans requires careful management of operational risks, including potential leaks or pressure events.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at NE SE SEC27 T5N R66W.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.

Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA for pipeline safety, under DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

Facilities in this basin often have capacities ranging from a few million to over 100 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd), depending on the well and infrastructure.

Gas extraction can affect air quality, water resources, and land use. Operators must comply with state regulations on emissions, water management, and site reclamation to minimize environmental impact.

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