Overview
UNITED STATES EXPL TANK BATTERY #61671 is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
UNITED STATES EXPL TANK BATTERY #61671 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas infrastructure in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with significant oil and gas activity. 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. While specific technical specifications are not detailed, typical tank batteries in this region handle separation, storage, and initial processing of natural gas from multiple wells. This facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting natural gas production in Colorado. Its location in Weld County places it within a major energy-producing area, with proximity to populated areas requiring adherence to safety and environmental regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates careful management of emissions and safety risks. Colorado's regulatory framework includes air quality and water protection measures relevant to gas extraction operations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.176388, -104.680344.
It is a gas extraction facility that handles separation, storage, and initial processing of natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state environmental and safety rules.
The facility supports local energy production and economic activity, but its proximity to populated areas requires adherence to safety and environmental standards to minimize risks.
Tank batteries in Colorado vary in size, but many handle production from multiple wells with capacities ranging from a few hundred to several thousand barrels of oil equivalent per day.
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