Overview
PDC - Leffler 13, 14, 23, 24-35 & 35B is a gas extraction facility in Eaton, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations. It serves the Weld County area within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
PDC - Leffler 13, 14, 23, 24-35 & 35B is a gas extraction facility located in Eaton, Colorado, United States. The facility operates in Weld County, a key region within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, one of the most productive oil and gas basins in the country. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting natural gas production for residential, commercial, and industrial use. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe operation of gas pipelines. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region employ hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling techniques to access tight gas formations. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211112, 211130) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, natural gas liquid extraction, and oil and gas field services. Environmentally, the facility is situated in an area with moderate seismic risk and semi-arid climate. Proximity to populated areas like Eaton requires adherence to setback regulations and leak detection protocols. The facility's role in the regional gas grid supports energy reliability but also necessitates careful management of methane emissions and water usage, common concerns in gas extraction operations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, a region with a semi-arid climate and moderate seismic activity. Proximity to the town of Eaton and other communities requires strict adherence to setback distances and emission controls. The Denver-Julesburg Basin has experienced increased regulatory scrutiny regarding methane leakage and groundwater protection, making leak detection and repair programs critical for environmental compliance.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Eaton, Colorado, United States, specifically in the NESW SEC 35 T7N R66W area of Weld County.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, contributing to the regional energy supply.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-specific rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Common concerns include methane emissions, groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing, and land use impacts. Operators must implement leak detection and water management plans.
As part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, the facility supplies natural gas to local distribution networks and interstate pipelines, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond.
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