K.P. Kauffman Co-Carl Miller Battery - Gas Extraction Facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado

K.P. Kauffman Co-Carl Miller Battery is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility operates in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates under U.S. federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline design, construction, and maintenance. In Colorado, additional state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) apply. The facility's scale is typical for a gas extraction battery in the region, supporting local gathering and processing infrastructure. This facility plays a role in the regional natural gas supply chain, contributing to energy production for the Front Range urban corridor. Its location near Fort Lupton places it within an area of active oil and gas development, with proximity to agricultural and residential areas. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing contribution to local energy markets.

The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and residential land uses. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates adherence to setback requirements and emission controls. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risk, which can influence operational safety protocols. Groundwater protection and air quality management are key environmental considerations for gas extraction operations in this basin.