Kerr-McGee - 34002315 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

Kerr-McGee - 34002315 is a gas extraction facility located approximately 1.4 miles west of Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is operational and falls under the NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, which cover natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. As part of the United States' extensive gas infrastructure, this facility contributes to the region's energy supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's location in Weld County places it within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region known for its tight oil and gas formations. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas, as Fort Lupton is a small city with residential zones. The region experiences occasional seismic activity and climate hazards such as severe storms, which are factored into operational risk management. The facility's role in the local gas grid supports community energy needs and downstream industrial activities.

The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and urban land use. Proximity to Fort Lupton raises considerations for community safety and air quality. The region is subject to seismic activity from the Rocky Mountain front and climate hazards including tornadoes and blizzards, which influence operational risk management. Regulatory oversight from PHMSA and COGCC addresses these factors through safety standards and environmental compliance.