Overview
KERR-MCGEE - 34002298 is a gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations. It is located in Weld County, a key area for natural gas production.
KERR-MCGEE - 34002298 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both extraction and processing. As part of the United States gas infrastructure, it operates under the regulatory framework of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and integrity. The facility's technical specifications are not detailed in available data, but typical gas extraction plants in this region include wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines that transport raw gas to processing facilities. The Denver-Julesburg Basin is known for its tight gas and oil production, with many wells using hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling. Regulatory oversight includes state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules, which address well construction, water management, and emissions. Environmentally, the facility is situated in an area with mixed agricultural and residential land use. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires adherence to setback regulations and emission controls. The plant contributes to the regional gas supply chain, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity. Its operational status underscores ongoing production in a mature basin, with potential environmental considerations related to air quality, water usage, and seismic activity from injection wells.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas development. The local environment includes agricultural lands and residential communities, requiring careful management of emissions, water resources, and land use. The region experiences variable climate conditions, including drought and occasional flooding, which can impact infrastructure integrity. Seismic activity is generally low, but induced seismicity from wastewater injection is a monitored concern. Regulatory frameworks under COGCC and PHMSA address these risks through well construction standards, leak detection, and emergency response plans.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at SWNE SEC 28 T1N R66W, with coordinates 40.024950, -104.777349.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA, which enforce pipeline safety under DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Environmental risks include air emissions from flaring and equipment, water usage for hydraulic fracturing, potential groundwater contamination, and induced seismicity from wastewater injection.
It is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin's gas production network, supplying raw gas to processing plants and ultimately to consumers, supporting regional energy needs.
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