UNITED STATES EXPL TANK BATTERY #62679 - Gas Extraction Facility in Erie, Colorado

UNITED STATES EXPL TANK BATTERY #62679 is a gas extraction facility located in Erie, Weld County, Colorado. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The facility is classified under NAICS 211130 for natural gas extraction and is part of the extensive gas infrastructure network serving the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a tank battery, it typically separates oil, gas, and water from well production, with gas directed to pipelines for processing. The scale of such facilities varies, but they are common in the region's dense well spacing. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County, one of the top oil and gas producing counties in the US. Its operational status ensures continued support for downstream gas processing and distribution, serving both residential and industrial consumers in the Front Range urban corridor.

The facility is situated in the semi-arid climate of Colorado's Front Range, near the town of Erie. Proximity to populated areas and agricultural land requires careful management of emissions and water usage. The region is subject to occasional seismic activity and wildfire risk, which are considered in facility design and operational protocols. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) addresses local environmental concerns.