Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

KERR-MCGEE #11086 SEE 123-2251 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

FORT LUPTON, Colorado, United States

Overview

KERR-MCGEE #11086 SEE 123-2251 is a gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations. It contributes to the region's natural gas supply.

KERR-MCGEE #11086 SEE 123-2251 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the local natural gas production landscape, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the extensive natural gas network in Colorado, a state with significant oil and gas production. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Environmentally, the facility is situated in an area with agricultural and suburban land use, requiring careful management of emissions and water resources. Its operational status underscores its contribution to meeting regional energy demands while adhering to federal and state environmental regulations.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and residential land uses. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates adherence to strict emission controls and safety protocols. The region's semi-arid climate and potential for seismic activity require robust infrastructure design to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction operations.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.078247, -104.793930.

It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.

The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for pipeline design, construction, and operation.

Colorado is a major natural gas producer, and this facility contributes to the state's supply, supporting local energy needs and the broader US gas network.

Operations must manage air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance, with oversight from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission to minimize environmental impact.

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