Overview
K.P. Kauffman Co-UPRR 42 PA G 1-4 is a gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
K.P. Kauffman Co-UPRR 42 PA G 1-4 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is operational and serves as part of the region's natural gas infrastructure, contributing to the local energy supply chain. 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 gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it typically involves wellheads, separation equipment, and gathering lines to process natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing area. The facility's location in Weld County places it within a region with significant gas infrastructure, supporting both local consumption and interstate transmission. Its operational status ensures continued contribution to the energy grid, with typical environmental considerations including proximity to populated areas and management of produced water and emissions.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with moderate seismic hazard exposure typical of the Colorado Front Range. Proximity to Fort Lupton and other communities requires adherence to setback regulations and emission controls. The semi-arid climate and agricultural land use in Weld County necessitate careful water management and dust suppression during operations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County, with coordinates 40.109064, -104.839433.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, processing it for delivery into gathering systems.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which cover design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines.
Weld County is a major oil and gas producing region, with thousands of wells. Facilities like this one typically have capacities ranging from a few to tens of million cubic feet per day.
Key considerations include methane emission controls, water management for hydraulic fracturing, and compliance with Colorado's air quality regulations for volatile organic compounds.
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