Overview
PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT- RICHTER 33-27 is a gas extraction facility located near Eaton, Colorado, USA. It operates in Weld County, a key region for natural gas production.
PETROLEUM DEVELOPMENT- RICHTER 33-27 is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 8.5 miles east of Eaton. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the United States. 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 govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas value chain, with typical capacities ranging from small to medium scale in the sector. Located in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, this facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demands. Its proximity to agricultural and rural areas underscores the importance of safety and environmental management in gas extraction operations.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate exposure risks. However, gas extraction activities can impact local air quality and water resources. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, which may influence operational safety protocols.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 8.5 miles east of Eaton, with coordinates 40.542344° N, -104.533956° W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, contributing to the U.S. energy supply.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Facilities in this basin range from small to medium scale, with production capacities typically in the range of a few million cubic feet per day.
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