Overview
PDC Energy operates a gas extraction facility near Gilcrest, Colorado, in Weld County. The plant is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region.
PDC Energy - Waddle T4N-R66W-S30 L01 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 1.1 miles west of Gilcrest. The facility operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant natural gas production. The plant is currently operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction). The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. Colorado's Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also provides state-level oversight. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region use hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. This plant contributes to the regional gas supply, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity. Its location in Weld County places it within a densely developed oil and gas area, with proximity to agricultural and residential zones. The facility's role in the broader gas infrastructure network helps meet demand in the Rocky Mountain region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with a semi-arid climate, where water resources are critical. Gas extraction operations can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Proximity to populated areas requires careful management of noise, traffic, and potential well integrity issues. The region is also subject to occasional seismic activity, which may influence operational safety protocols.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 1.1 miles west of Gilcrest, Colorado, in Weld County, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces raw natural gas from underground formations, which is then processed for distribution.
Facilities must comply with federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR Part 192) and state rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
The basin hosts numerous wells with varying capacities, often ranging from small to medium-scale operations, with some large facilities producing over 100 million cubic feet per day.
It contributes to the domestic gas supply, feeding into regional pipelines that serve residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Rocky Mountain region.
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