Kerr-McGee 12130 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

Kerr-McGee 12130 is a gas extraction facility located approximately 2.3 miles northeast of Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction activities. It is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with significant oil and gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of a network that supplies natural gas to local and regional markets. The specific capacity of the facility is not detailed, but typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale. The environmental context includes proximity to populated areas such as Fort Lupton and agricultural land in Weld County. The facility's operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations, including air quality and water management standards. Its role in the local gas infrastructure contributes to energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and urban land use. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates careful management of emissions and water usage. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards include potential for wildfires and flooding. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission ensures compliance with environmental standards.