K.P. Kauffman - Walsh #2,3,4,5 Gas Extraction Facility, Frederick, Colorado

K.P. Kauffman - Walsh #2,3,4,5 is a gas extraction facility located in Frederick, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. This facility is part of a network of wells operated in Weld County, one of the most active oil and gas producing counties in the United States. The plant is currently operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely employs standard drilling and completion techniques common to the region, including hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. This facility plays a role in meeting local and regional energy demands. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with significant natural gas infrastructure, including gathering lines and processing plants. The environmental context involves proximity to agricultural lands and residential areas, requiring adherence to state and federal regulations regarding emissions, water use, and land disturbance.

The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and residential land uses. Natural gas extraction in this region is subject to Colorado's stringent oil and gas regulations, including setbacks from buildings and water sources. The local environment may experience impacts from air emissions, water usage, and potential groundwater contamination, though operators are required to implement mitigation measures. The semi-arid climate and proximity to the South Platte River watershed add to the environmental considerations.