KERR-MCGEE - 34002915 Gas Extraction Facility, Gilcrest, Colorado

KERR-MCGEE - 34002915 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 4.7 miles north of Gilcrest. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant oil and gas activity, particularly within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. As part of the United States gas infrastructure, it contributes to the country's energy supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region involve wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines to transport raw gas to processing plants. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural areas and the South Platte River basin. The facility's location in a seismically stable region with moderate climate hazards requires standard risk management practices. Its role in the local gas grid supports residential and industrial energy needs in northern Colorado.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions and is part of the South Platte River watershed. Proximity to agricultural lands and rural communities necessitates careful management of emissions and water usage. Standard mitigation measures for gas extraction include leak detection and pressure monitoring to minimize environmental impact.