PDC - HARPER 43-27 Gas Extraction Facility, Eaton, Colorado

PDC - HARPER 43-27 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 2.9 miles east of Eaton. The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific hydrocarbon region that has been a key contributor to U.S. natural gas production. The plant is currently operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both raw gas production and natural gas liquids recovery. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Colorado's oil and gas operations are also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Gas extraction facilities in this region typically range from small to medium scale, with production tied to local well density and infrastructure. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to agricultural land and residential areas near Eaton. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and operations must manage water usage, emissions, and potential impacts on local air quality. As part of the broader Wattenberg Field, this facility contributes to the natural gas supply chain serving both local distribution and interstate pipelines.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and residential land use. The semi-arid climate and proximity to the South Platte River watershed necessitate careful management of water resources and potential groundwater impacts. Air quality concerns are relevant due to ozone formation from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) emitted during gas extraction. The region is also subject to occasional seismic activity, though induced seismicity from oil and gas operations is monitored by state regulators.