Overview
PDC - Rotharmel 1; 22-33, 33A is an operational gas extraction facility in Eaton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
PDC - Rotharmel 1; 22-33, 33A is a gas extraction facility located in Eaton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas production. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids production. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often involving multiple wells and gathering systems. Environmentally, the facility is located in an agricultural area with proximity to the South Platte River basin. Its operational significance lies in supporting regional gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial use in northern Colorado. The facility's location in Weld County, a hub for energy development, underscores its role in the broader gas infrastructure network.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. Proximity to the South Platte River and its tributaries necessitates careful water management and spill prevention. The region experiences occasional seismic activity, though generally low-magnitude, and is subject to winter storms that can impact operations. Regulatory oversight includes state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules alongside federal PHMSA standards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Eaton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at SE NW SEC 33 T7N R66W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and Colorado state oil and gas rules enforced by the COGCC.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado vary from small single-well sites to large multi-well pads, often with gathering pipelines and processing infrastructure. The Denver-Julesburg Basin hosts many medium-scale operations.
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