Overview
K.P. Kauffman Co-Sickler, Sheldon 1-4 is a natural gas extraction facility located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, operating within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
K.P. Kauffman Co-Sickler, Sheldon 1-4 is a natural gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 2.3 miles east of Frederick. The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating it handles both gas extraction and natural gas liquids recovery. As a gas extraction plant, it processes raw natural gas from wells, separating methane, ethane, propane, and other hydrocarbons. The facility's operational status is active, contributing to the region's natural gas supply. Environmental considerations for this facility include proximity to agricultural land and residential areas in Weld County. The facility is subject to state and federal regulations governing air emissions, water use, and well integrity. Its role in the local energy infrastructure supports both regional energy needs and the broader U.S. natural gas market.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant agricultural activity and growing residential development. Natural gas extraction operations in this region are subject to regulations addressing air quality, groundwater protection, and seismic activity. The facility's proximity to populated areas necessitates adherence to setback requirements and emission controls to minimize community impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 2.3 miles east of Frederick, near Fort Lupton.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that processes raw natural gas from wells, separating methane and natural gas liquids.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), with rules covering well integrity, air emissions, and water protection.
Environmental risks include potential groundwater contamination, air emissions, and land use impacts. Regulations require monitoring and mitigation measures to address these risks.
The facility processes natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, supplying gas for residential, commercial, and industrial use in Colorado and beyond.
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