Gas Extraction Operational

KERR-MCGEE - 34002262 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton Area, Colorado

FORT LUPTON AREA, Colorado, United States

Overview

KERR-MCGEE - 34002262 is an operational gas extraction facility in the Fort Lupton area, Weld County, Colorado, United States. It operates under NAICS code 211130, representing natural gas extraction.

KERR-MCGEE - 34002262 is a gas extraction facility located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction activities. Weld County is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the Rocky Mountain area. 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 likely involves drilling, well completion, and initial processing of natural gas. The scale of operations is typical for the region, where numerous extraction sites contribute to the local gas supply. Environmental considerations for this facility include proximity to populated areas in the Fort Lupton area and potential impacts on local air and water resources. The facility plays a role in the regional gas infrastructure, supplying natural gas to downstream pipelines and end-users. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with significant gas production activity, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with extensive oil and gas development. Proximity to the Fort Lupton area raises considerations regarding air quality, water usage, and potential impacts on local communities. The region is also subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards such as wildfires and droughts may affect operations. Regulatory oversight by state and federal agencies aims to mitigate environmental risks.

Frequently asked questions

KERR-MCGEE - 34002262 is located in the Fort Lupton area, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.052906, -104.841459.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under NAICS code 211130.

The facility is currently operational.

Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA. Operators must comply with safety, environmental, and reporting standards.

This facility contributes to natural gas supply in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, feeding into pipelines that transport gas to consumers across the region.

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