Overview
K.P. Kauffman - Frederick #1,4 is an operational gas extraction facility in Frederick, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. It supports natural gas production in Weld County.
K.P. Kauffman - Frederick #1,4 is a gas extraction facility located in Frederick, Colorado, in the heart of Weld County. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, which is part of the larger Denver-Julesburg Basin, a significant oil and gas producing area in the United States. 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 operations in this region involve hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate it is involved in natural gas extraction and oil and gas field machinery manufacturing. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas in Frederick and potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. The facility's location in a seismically stable region reduces some risk, but methane emissions and groundwater protection remain key concerns. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to the regional grid and local communities.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with moderate population density, requiring careful management of emissions and noise. Colorado's regulatory framework mandates leak detection and repair programs to minimize methane releases. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use necessitate responsible water management for hydraulic fracturing operations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Frederick, Colorado, in Weld County, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from tight gas formations using hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA for pipeline safety. Operators must comply with rules on well construction, water management, and methane emissions.
Environmental impacts include potential air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. Colorado requires operators to implement best practices to minimize these impacts, such as using closed-loop systems and monitoring air quality.
The facility feeds natural gas into the regional pipeline network, supplying homes, businesses, and industries in Colorado and beyond.
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