KERR-MCGEE - 34002422 Gas Extraction Facility, Firestone, Colorado

KERR-MCGEE - 34002422 is a gas extraction facility located in Firestone, Colorado, United States. The facility is situated in Weld County, which is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The plant is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction). The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely includes wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas. The scale of operations is typical for the region, with multiple wells contributing to local gas supply. This facility plays a role in the regional energy infrastructure, supplying natural gas to the Front Range urban corridor. Its location in a mixed agricultural and residential area highlights the intersection of energy development and community land use. The plant's operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations to manage emissions and water usage.

The facility is located in an area with a semi-arid climate and is part of the South Platte River watershed. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone requires careful management of air emissions and noise. The region is also prone to occasional seismic activity, which is a consideration for well integrity and pipeline safety.