UNITED STATES EXPL TANK BATTERY #62086 - Gas Extraction Facility in Frederick, Colorado

UNITED STATES EXPL TANK BATTERY #62086 is a gas extraction facility located in Frederick, Weld County, Colorado, USA. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas region. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas gathering and transmission. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) oversees drilling and production. Typical tank batteries in this region handle separation, storage, and initial processing of well fluids. This facility contributes to the local gas supply chain, supporting residential and industrial energy needs in the Front Range urban corridor. Its location near populated areas requires adherence to setback and emission regulations to minimize community impact.

The facility is situated in an agricultural and suburban area near Frederick, Colorado. Proximity to residential zones and schools necessitates strict air quality and safety measures. The region experiences semi-arid climate with occasional drought, making water management for hydraulic fracturing a key environmental consideration. Local ecosystems include shortgrass prairie and riparian areas along the South Platte River.