Overview
UNITED STATES EXPL TANK BATTERY #62690 is a gas extraction facility in Frederick, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
UNITED STATES EXPL TANK BATTERY #62690 is a gas extraction facility located in Frederick, Boulder County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional gas infrastructure network, supporting natural gas production activities in the area. 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. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, often associated with the Denver-Julesburg Basin. This tank battery plays a role in gathering and processing natural gas from nearby wells, contributing to the local energy supply. Its location in a rural area near Frederick minimizes proximity to dense populations, though standard safety measures for pressure management and leak detection are essential. The facility supports the broader gas infrastructure network in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-rural area of Boulder County, Colorado, with low population density. The region is subject to occasional seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires and severe storms, which can impact gas infrastructure. Standard environmental considerations include methane emissions management, groundwater protection, and adherence to state and federal air quality regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Frederick, Boulder County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.082096, -104.982178.
It is a gas extraction facility that separates and stores natural gas and natural gas liquids from production wells, serving as a gathering point in the local gas infrastructure.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small well-site tank batteries to large central processing plants, with capacities varying widely. This facility is likely a small to medium-scale tank battery.
Environmental risks include methane leaks, groundwater contamination, and air emissions. Regulatory frameworks require leak detection, emission controls, and groundwater monitoring to mitigate these risks.
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