Overview
PDC Energy - Wiedeman 28 Pad is a gas extraction facility located in the Gilcrest area of Weld County, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA regulations and contributes to regional natural gas supply.
PDC Energy - Wiedeman 28 Pad is a natural gas extraction facility situated in the Gilcrest area of Weld County, Colorado. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. It is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both gas and NGL production. 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 gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely includes wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to transport raw gas to processing plants. The scale of such pads in the DJ Basin varies, with typical production ranging from a few million to tens of millions of cubic feet per day. The Wiedeman 28 Pad plays a role in meeting regional energy demand, supplying natural gas for power generation, heating, and industrial use in Colorado and beyond. Its location in Weld County, a major energy-producing area, underscores its significance in the local economy and energy infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is located in an agricultural and semi-rural area of Weld County, Colorado. Proximity to populated areas and water resources necessitates careful management of emissions and potential leaks. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards include wildfires and extreme weather. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA and state agencies addresses these risks through safety protocols and environmental monitoring.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Gilcrest area of Weld County, Colorado, at NWNW SEC 28 T4N R66W, with coordinates 40.287055 N, -104.788887 W.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces raw natural gas and natural gas liquids from the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Pads in the DJ Basin vary in size, with production ranging from a few million to tens of millions of cubic feet per day, depending on the number of wells and reservoir characteristics.
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