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Facility TypeFacility ID/
API		Facility Name/
Number		Operator Name/
Number		StatusField Name/
Number		LocationLocation IDRelated Facilities
LOCATION453934Edmundson
30 		PDC ENERGY INC
69175		AC
1/1/2025		WATTENBERG
90750		ADAMS  001
SESE 30 1S66W 6		453934View Related
 
COGIS - Conditions of Approval Results
TypeSource DocumentConditions of Approval
OGLAForm: (02A )
401290161
6/23/2017		Location lies within the Buffer Zone of the Brighton Public Water System. The Operator shall comply with the following: (1) Pitless drilling systems; (2) Flowback and stimulation fluids shall be contained within tanks that are placed on a well pad or in an area with downgradient perimeter berming; (3) Berms or other containment devices shall be constructed around crude oil, condensate, and produced water storage tanks as follows: a. Secondary containment shall be sized to contain a minimum of 150% of the volume of the largest primary containment vessel within the secondary containment area. b. Containment berms shall be constructed of steel rings, designed and installed to prevent leakage and resist degradation from erosion or routine operation. c. Secondary containment areas for tanks shall be constructed with a synthetic or engineered liner that contains all primary containment vessels and flowlines and is mechanically connected to the steel ring to prevent leakage. d. Tertiary containment, such as an earthen site berm, is required around the downgradient and side-gradient portions of Production Facilities, including process vessels. (4) Production Facilities will be installed with automated fluid level monitoring, capable of alerting the Operator if a sudden change in fluid level or upset condition occurs. Additionally, wells will be equipped with remote shut-in capability. (5) All loadlines shall be bullplugged or capped. (6) Notification to the Brighton Public Works Department prior to commencement of new surface disturbing activities at the site; and (7) An emergency spill response program that includes employee training, safety, and maintenance provisions and current contact information for Brighton. The emergency response plan shall specify when notifications to Brighton shall be made and must be prepared in consultation with Brighton. In the event of a spill or release, the Operator shall immediately implement the emergency response procedures in the above-described emergency response program. If a spill or release results in significant adverse impacts or threatens such impacts to a portion of the Brighton PWS, the Operator shall notify Brighton immediately following discovery of the release in addition to reporting in accordance with Rule 906.b.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		COA: Operator will comply with all COA's and BMP's on the previously approved Form 2A (doc# 401290161) by Ward Petroleum Corporation, in addition to all BMP's and COA's on the most recently approved Form 4 Sundry (doc# 402556091). If there is a conflict between COA or BMP language, the most recently approved COA or BMP will be followed.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		COA: Operator will submit their air monitoring plan via Form 4, Sundry Notice for Director review and approval prior to implementation.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		Construction COA: Oil and Gas Location construction operations will occur only during daylight hours.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		Construction - Noise COA: Prior to commencement of construction operations, Operator will submit via Form 4, Sundry Notice for Director approval of a noise mitigation plan that covers, at a minimum, the construction phase of operations on the oil and gas location. The plan will describe how the Operator will achieve compliance with Rule 423, as adopted by the Commission on November 23, 2020. Construction operations will not commence until the Director has approved the plan.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		Construction - Dust COA: Prior to commencement of construction operations, Operator will submit via Form 4, Sundry Notice for Director approval of a dust mitigation plan that covers, at a minimum, the construction phase of operations on the oil and gas location. The plan will describe how the Operator will achieve compliance with Rule 427, as adopted by the Commission on November 23, 2020. Construction operations will not commence until the Director has approved the plan.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		Noise COA: Prior to commencement of drilling operations, Operator will submit via Form 4, Sundry Notice for Director approval of a noise mitigation plan that covers, at a minimum, the drilling and completions phase of operations on the oil and gas location. The plan will describe how the Operator will achieve compliance with Rule 423, as adopted by the Commission on November 23, 2020. Drilling operations will not commence until the Director has approved the plan.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		Dust COA: Prior to commencement of drilling operations, Operator will submit via Form 4, Sundry Notice for Director approval of a dust mitigation plan that covers, at a minimum, the drilling and completions phase of operations on the oil and gas location. The plan will describe how the Operator will achieve compliance with Rule 427, as adopted by the Commission on November 23, 2020. Drilling operations will not commence until the Director has approved the plan.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		Lighting COA: Prior to commencement of drilling operations, Operator will submit via Form 4, Sundry Notice for Director approval of a lighting mitigation plan that covers, at a minimum, the drilling and completions phase of operations on the oil and gas location. The plan will describe how the Operator will achieve compliance with Rule 424, as adopted by the Commission on November 23, 2020. Drilling operations will not commence until the Director has approved the plan.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		Odor COA: Prior to commencement of drilling operations, Operator will submit via Form 4, Sundry Notice for Director approval of an odor mitigation plan that covers, at a minimum, the drilling and completions phase of operations on the oil and gas location. The plan will describe how the Operator will achieve compliance with Rule 426, as adopted by the Commission on November 23, 2020. Drilling operations will not commence until the Director has approved the plan.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		Noise COA: Prior to commencement of production operations, Operator will submit via Form 4, Sundry Notice for Director approval of a noise mitigation plan that covers, at a minimum, the production phase of operations on the oil and gas location. The plan will describe how the Operator will achieve compliance with Rule 423, as adopted by the Commission on November 23, 2020. Production operations will not commence until the Director has approved the plan.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		Dust COA: Prior to commencement of production operations, Operator will submit via Form 4, Sundry Notice for Director approval of a dust mitigation plan that covers, at a minimum, the production phase of operations on the oil and gas location. The plan will describe how the Operator will achieve compliance with Rule 427, as adopted by the Commission on November 23, 2020. Production operations will not commence until the Director has approved the plan.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		Lighting COA: Prior to commencement of production operations, Operator will submit via Form 4, Sundry Notice for Director approval of a lighting mitigation plan that covers, at a minimum, the production phase of operations on the oil and gas location. The plan will describe how the Operator will achieve compliance with Rule 424, as adopted by the Commission on November 23, 2020. Production operations will not commence until the Director has approved the plan.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402556091
1/8/2021		Odor COA: Prior to commencement of production operations, Operator will submit via Form 4, Sundry Notice for Director approval of an odor mitigation plan that covers, at a minimum, the production phase of operations on the oil and gas location. The plan will describe how the Operator will achieve compliance with Rule 426, as adopted by the Commission on November 23, 2020. Production operations will not commence until the Director has approved the plan.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402572103
1/13/2021		COA: If after field inspection by COGCC Staff, the provided noise or dust mitigation plan is determined to be insufficient, the Operator will revise Operations as necessary to minimize impacts and will provide an updated plan as requested.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402584647
3/3/2021		COA: Within 48 hours of being notified of an odor complaint from COGCC, Operator will provide VOC air monitoring data for the period two hours before through two hours after the time of the complaint.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402589214
3/10/2021		COA: Operator will conduct continuous noise monitoring per Rule 423.a.(5) to confirm consistency with the noise modeling study in the approved Noise Mitigation Plan for Drilling and Completions operations. Noise monitoring will be consistent with the noise points of compliance identified in Figure 4-1 of the approved Noise Mitigation Plan for Drilling and Completions operations.
OGLAForm: (04 )
402589214
3/10/2021		COA: If continuous noise monitoring survey data is requested by COGCC pursuant to a complaint received by COGCC, Operator will provide the data within 24 hours or next business day.
OGLAForm: (04 )
403418278
8/29/2024		Operator will continue to implement the noise mitigation strategies outlined in the Edmundson Pad Production Facility Noise Modeling Report (doc 402685659) and comply with the Maximum Cumulative Noise Levels listed in Table 423-2.
 
COGIS - Best Management Practice Results
BMP TypeSource DocumentBest Management Practices
PlanningForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Multi-Well Pad: Ward is constructing this multi-well pad which is located in a manner allowing for resource development and extraction while maintaining the highest distances possible from the offsetting residential area(s).
PlanningForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Ward will hold a Neighborhood Meeting per Adams County regulations.
PlanningForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Pursuant to Rule 804, the tank battery shall be painted in uniform, non-contrasting, non-reflective color tones with the colors matched to but slightly darker than the surrounding landscape.
Traffic controlForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Ward will construct all leasehold road to accommodate local emergency vehicle access requirements and will be maintained in a reasonable condition. A Traffic Plan will be submitted if requested by Adams County.
General HousekeepingForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Guy Line Anchors: All guy line anchors left buried for future use will be identified by a marker of bright color not less than four feet in height and not greater than one foot east of the guy line anchor.
General HousekeepingForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Removal of Surface Trash: Ward agrees that all trash, refuse pipe, equipment, liquids, chemicals of other materials that are not necessary for the continued operations of the wells will be removed and disposed of no later than 30 days after completion. No such items will be burned or buried on location.
Storm Water/Erosion ControlForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Ward will maintain a Stormwater Management Plan with site specific measures to assess erosion control. Ward will make thorough inspections, in accordance with the requirements set forth by CDPHE Water Quality Division (WQD). The inspection schedule is as follows: While site is under construction, an inspection is required at least every 14 calendar days; Post storm event inspections must be conducted within 24 hours after the end of any precipitation or snowmelt event that causes surface erosion. Inspection records will be kept on file for a minimum of three (3) years from expiration or inactivation of permit coverage. These records will be made available to the regulatory agencies upon request
Material Handling and Spill PreventionForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		To ensure protection for the surface during fracturing treatment, the location will be specifically constructed to contain any releases or spills. Secondary containment from any chemical spills or leaks will surround any trucks that carry, mix, or add chemicals to the flow stream as well as connections that could possibly leak fluid. Should any spill or release occur, every reasonable step will be taken to quickly remediate the area disturbed. One to seven audio, visual, olfactory inspections per week will be recorded and kept in the district office and available to regulatory agencies. Records will be kept electronically indefinitely. Ward will also abide by EPA mandated SPCC rules to ensure proper fluid containment.
Material Handling and Spill PreventionForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		For any spills and releases reportable to COGCC, Ward will also notify Adams County verbally or in writing to the County’s LGD, Local Planning and Development Department, Sheriff’s Office, and the local fire district immediately, but no more than 24 hours after discovery of the spill or release by Ward. This includes spills/releases: 1) of any size that impacts or threatens to impacts any waters of the state, a residence or occupied structure, livestock, or public byway; 2) in which one (1) or more barrels or more of Exploration and Production Waste or produced fluids is spilled or released outside of berms or other secondary confinement; and 3) of five (5) or more barrels regardless of whether the spill/release is completely contained within berms or other secondary confinement. In addition, Ward will notify the surface owners or the surface owner’s tenant of spills and releases in compliance with COGCC rules.
Material Handling and Spill PreventionForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Control of Fire Hazards: Ward and its contractor’s employ best management practices during the drilling and production of its wells and facilities. They will comply with appropriate COGCC and any county rules concerning fire and safety. Ward will ensure that any flammable material will remain no less than 25 feet from the wellhead (s), tanks and separator(s). Any electrical equipment installations inside the bermed area will comply with API RP 500 classifications and comply with the current electrical code as adopted by Colorado.
Material Handling and Spill PreventionForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Berm Construction: A steel containment berm or structure will be erected around the oil and water storage tanks. The berm will enclose an area sufficient to contain and provide secondary containment for 150% of the largest single tank. The berm will be inspected at least every 14 calendar days while the site is under construction and within 24 hours of a precipitation event. Inspection records will be kept on file for a minimum of three (3) years from expiration or inactivation of permit coverage. These records will be made available to the regulatory agencies upon request.
Material Handling and Spill PreventionForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Leak Detection Plan: To ensure protection for the surface during construction, drilling and completions, and production the location will be specifically constructed to contain any releases or spills. Secondary containment from any chemical spills or leaks will surround any trucks that carry, mix, or add chemicals to the flow stream as well as connections that could possibly leak fluid. Should any spill or release occur, every reasonable step will be taken to quickly remediate the area disturbed. One to seven inspections per week will be recorded and kept in the district office and available to regulatory agencies. Records will be kept electronically indefinitely.
Material Handling and Spill PreventionForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Tank specifications: Tanks shall be constructed and maintained in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association Code 30 (2008 version). All tanks will be visually inspected once a day for issues. Recorded inspections will be conducted once a month pursuant to 40 CFR §112.
Dust controlForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Dust mitigation measures shall include but are not limited to the use of speed restrictions, regular road maintenance, restrictions of construction activities during high wind days, and silica dust controls when handling sand used in hydraulic fracturing operations. The access road will be constructed with road base aggregate material. Additional management practices such as road surfacing, wind breaks and barriers may be used.
ConstructionForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Fencing: The well site will be adequately fenced to restrict access by unauthorized persons.
Noise mitigationForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Baseline noise monitoring and testing will be conducted prior to the commencement of construction. Sound mitigation will be designed based on the results of the study to meet or exceed COGCC noise requirements. During completion activities, onsite equipment shall be positioned to take full advantage of the sound mitigation measures provided by the sound walls, well pad grading, and surrounding topography. Sound wall(s) will remain in place through the end of completions operations.
Odor mitigationForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Ward will comply with Rule 805 and Department of Public Health and Environment, Air Quality Control Commission, Regulation No. 2 Odor Emission, 5 C.C.R. 1001-4, Regulation No. 3 (5 C.C.R. 1001-5), and Regulation No. 7 Section XVII.B.1 (a-c) and Section XII. They will utilize an Emission Control Devices to reduce odor emissions during production.
Odor mitigationForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Ward will comply with Rule 805 and Department of Public Health and Environment, Air Quality Control Commission, Regulation No. 2 Odor Emission, 5 C.C.R. 1001-4, Regulation No. 3 (5 C.C.R. 1001-5), and Regulation No. 7 Section XVII.B.1 (a-c) and Section XII. Ward will utilize Emission Control Devices to reduce odor emissions during production.
Interim ReclamationForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Rehabilitation of unneeded, previously disturbed areas will consist of back sloping, and contouring all cut/fill slopes. These areas will be reseeded. The portions of the cleared well site not needed for operational and safety purposes will be recontoured to the original contour if feasible, or if not feasible, to an interim contour that blends with the surrounding topography as much as possible. Sufficient level area will remain for setup of a workover rig and to park equipment. In some cases, rig anchors may need to be pulled and reset after recontouring to allow for maximum interim reclamation.
Final ReclamationForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Identification of Plugged and Abandoned Wells: Pursuant to Rule 319.a.(5)., once the well has been plugged and abandoned, Ward will identify the location of the wellbore with a permanent monument that will detail the well name and date of plugging.
Final ReclamationForm: (02A )
401290161
2/4/2018		Well site cleared. Within 90 days subsequent to the time of plugging and abandonment of the entire site, superfluous debris and equipment shall be removed from the site.
Material Handling and Spill PreventionForm: (04 )
402556091
1/9/2021		Steel containment will be utilized around the separator area. The separator containment is designed and installed to prevent leakage and resist degradation from erosion or routine operation. The units will be placed on concrete blocks and compacted road base will be used to fill in the rest of the area.
Dust controlForm: (04 )
402556091
1/9/2021		Great Western will implement speed restrictions, regular road maintenance, restrictions of construction activities during high wind days, and silica dust controls when handling sand used in hydraulic fracturing operations. The access road will be constructed with road base aggregate material and additional management practices such as road surfacing, wind breaks, and barriers may be used. Additionally, a street sweeper and/or water tank will be on call to limit dust when necessary.
ConstructionForm: (04 )
402556091
1/9/2021		Tanks and separation equipment will be anchored to the ground. Anchors will be installed to support the tank and separation equipment to resist flotation, collapse, lateral movement, or subsidence per COGCC Rule 603(h)(2)(B).
Noise mitigationForm: (04 )
402556091
1/9/2021		During the drilling and completions phases, Great Western will construct sound/visual walls that will be placed along the edges of the pad. The walls will be 32’ high and have a PVC coated outer shell with multiple layers of acoustical fabric/cladding in between. The walls help absorb and block sound and will prevent ground level lighting from the oil and gas operations from shining on nearby residences and roads. This pad will be constructed in such a manner that noise mitigation may be installed and removed without disturbing the site or landscaping.
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