KERR-MCGEE - 34003154 DACONO 33-36/ST 2 Gas Extraction Facility, Frederick, Colorado

KERR-MCGEE - 34003154 DACONO 33-36/ST 2 is a gas extraction facility located in Frederick, Weld County, Colorado, USA. The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific hydrocarbon-producing region. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, focusing on the production of natural gas from subsurface reservoirs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). These agencies enforce standards for drilling, production, and emissions. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate that the facility is involved in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Typical operations include well drilling, completion, and gas processing to separate natural gas from other hydrocarbons and impurities. Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are subject to state-specific regulations regarding hydraulic fracturing, water management, and air quality. The facility's location in Weld County places it within a region with significant oil and gas activity, contributing to local energy supply and economic development. Environmental considerations include methane emissions management and groundwater protection, which are addressed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.

The facility is located in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, an area with a history of oil and gas development. The local environment includes semi-arid plains and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas like Frederick requires careful management of emissions and water resources. Colorado's regulations mandate leak detection and repair programs to minimize methane emissions, as well as groundwater monitoring to protect drinking water sources.