Overview
PDC Linhart 3, 4-33 is an operational gas extraction facility in Evans, Colorado, USA. It operates under federal and state regulations for natural gas production.
PDC Linhart 3, 4-33 is a gas extraction facility located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving local and regional energy markets. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Typical gas extraction facilities in this region employ hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations, with production rates varying by well configuration. As part of the broader Wattenberg Field, this facility plays a role in meeting energy demand in the Front Range urban corridor. Its operations are subject to state-level air quality and water management regulations, reflecting the balance between resource development and environmental stewardship in Colorado.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with a semi-arid climate and proximity to the South Platte River watershed. Local environmental considerations include potential impacts on air quality from volatile organic compounds and methane emissions, as well as water usage for hydraulic fracturing. The region experiences occasional drought conditions, which can affect water availability for operations.
Frequently asked questions
PDC Linhart 3, 4-33 is located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, USA, in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs, contributing to the regional energy supply.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA, with rules covering well construction, emissions, and water management.
Potential environmental impacts include air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. Operators must comply with state and federal environmental regulations to mitigate these effects.
Facilities in this basin vary from small single-well sites to large multi-well pads, with production rates ranging from a few hundred thousand to several million cubic feet per day.
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