KERR-MCGEE - 34002854 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton Area, Colorado

KERR-MCGEE - 34002854 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 codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both extraction and processing of natural gas liquids. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US 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 in a region with significant oil and gas activity, including the Denver-Julesburg Basin. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply infrastructure, supporting local energy needs and industrial operations. Its operational status indicates ongoing extraction activities, which are integral to the energy mix of the area. The facility's proximity to populated areas necessitates adherence to safety and environmental standards to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction.

The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Gas extraction operations can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Proximity to the South Platte River and groundwater resources requires careful management to prevent contamination. The region is also subject to occasional seismic activity, though generally low, which is a consideration for infrastructure integrity.