Overview
Noble Energy - Wells Ranch USX AE L03 is an oil extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 9.8 miles east of Kersey. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil-producing region.
Noble Energy - Wells Ranch USX AE L03 is an oil extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, about 9.8 miles east of Kersey. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region that has seen significant development in recent years. As an operational oil extraction site, it contributes to the United States' domestic energy production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. Oil extraction in Colorado is subject to state-specific regulations, including the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules, which govern well construction, hydraulic fracturing, and emissions. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211112, 211120, 211130) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as support activities. Environmental considerations for oil extraction in this region include water management, air quality, and land use. The facility's location in Weld County, a rural area with agricultural land, requires careful management of potential impacts on local water resources and air emissions. The site's operational status suggests ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements to minimize environmental footprint.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and energy development. Oil extraction activities here can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and water resources through potential spills or groundwater contamination. The region's semi-arid climate and reliance on groundwater for irrigation make water management a critical environmental concern. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and COGCC aims to mitigate these risks through permitting and monitoring.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 9.8 miles east of Kersey, with coordinates 40.439700 N, -104.360400 W.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas, operating within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility is operational, indicating active oil extraction activities.
Oil extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), covering well construction, emissions, and water management.
Key concerns include air emissions (VOCs, methane), water contamination risks, and land use impacts on agricultural areas. Regulatory frameworks aim to mitigate these through permits and monitoring.
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