Overview
K.P. Kauffman Co-Frunakoshi A 1&2 is a gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations. It serves the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
K.P. Kauffman Co-Frunakoshi A 1&2 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, supporting local energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it typically involves wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas before it enters transmission pipelines. This facility plays a role in the broader gas infrastructure network of Colorado, supplying natural gas for residential, commercial, and industrial use. Its location in Weld County, a key area for oil and gas production, underscores its significance in meeting regional energy demands.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an agricultural and semi-rural area near Fort Lupton, with proximity to the South Platte River. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to air quality regulations and water management practices to mitigate potential impacts on local ecosystems and communities.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at NW S36 T2N R67W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, processing it for entry into transmission pipelines.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines.
Gas extraction in Colorado is subject to state and federal regulations addressing air emissions, water use, and land disturbance, with requirements for monitoring and mitigation to protect local ecosystems.
Gas extraction facilities like this one supply natural gas to the state's grid, supporting power generation, heating, and industrial processes, and contributing to energy security.
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