PETROLEUM DEV LEAFGREN 13-17 Gas Extraction Facility, Eaton Area, Colorado

PETROLEUM DEV LEAFGREN 13-17 is a gas extraction facility located in the Eaton Area, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant natural gas production, particularly from the Denver-Julesburg Basin. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is involved in natural gas extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often utilizing hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling techniques. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural areas and small communities. The facility's location in a seismically stable region reduces certain risks, but operational practices such as water management and emissions control are subject to state and federal regulations. The facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado, with agricultural land use and small communities nearby. The area has low seismic activity, but gas extraction operations can impact local air quality and water resources. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission and federal agencies aims to mitigate environmental risks.