KERR-MCGEE - 34002125 Gas Extraction Facility, Gilcrest, Colorado

KERR-MCGEE - 34002125 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 2.5 miles north of Gilcrest. The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate it is involved in natural gas extraction and natural gas liquid extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often producing several million cubic feet per day. The facility is operational and contributes to the local gas supply infrastructure. Environmental considerations include proximity to agricultural areas and the South Platte River watershed. The facility's operations are subject to Colorado's air quality and water protection regulations. Its role in the regional gas grid supports energy needs for residential, commercial, and industrial users in northern Colorado.

The facility is located in an agricultural region with proximity to the South Platte River, which is a key water source for irrigation and municipal use. Gas extraction activities in this area are subject to Colorado's stringent air quality regulations, including methane emission controls. The region experiences occasional seismic activity, though risks are generally low. The facility's location in a rural area reduces population exposure, but nearby communities require careful monitoring of air and water impacts.