K.P. Kauffman Co-Christiansen Treatment F - Gas Extraction Facility near Fort Lupton, Colorado

K.P. Kauffman Co-Christiansen Treatment F is a gas extraction facility located approximately 2.7 miles north of Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in processing and treating natural gas. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region employ separation, dehydration, and compression equipment to prepare gas for pipeline transport. The Denver-Julesburg Basin is known for its tight oil and gas production from the Niobrara formation. This facility plays a role in the regional natural gas supply chain, supporting local energy needs and contributing to the broader U.S. gas infrastructure. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with significant oil and gas activity, with numerous wells and processing plants in the vicinity.

The facility is situated in an agricultural and semi-rural area of Weld County, Colorado, with nearby residential communities. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to air quality regulations and water management requirements. The area experiences occasional seismic activity, though risks are generally low. Proximity to populated areas necessitates adherence to setback and safety protocols.