KERR-MCGEE - 34003649, Gilcrest | USA Gas Infrastructure

Overview

KERR-MCGEE - 34003649 is an operational gas extraction facility in Gilcrest, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.

KERR-MCGEE - 34003649 is a gas extraction facility located in Gilcrest, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the local and national energy market. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure in Colorado, a state with significant oil and gas production. This facility plays a role in the local energy grid, supporting industrial and residential demand in the region. Its location in Weld County places it within a major energy-producing area, contributing to the economic activity and energy security of the United States.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in an agricultural and rural area of Weld County, Colorado, with proximity to populated areas. Natural gas extraction operations can impact local air quality and water resources. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards such as wildfires and droughts may pose operational risks.

Frequently asked questions

KERR-MCGEE - 34003649 is located in Gilcrest, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.245262, -104.713272.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, contributing to the energy supply in Colorado and the broader United States.

The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines.

Gas extraction can affect air quality through emissions and water resources through potential contamination. Colorado has specific regulations to mitigate these impacts, including air quality permits and water management plans.

Colorado is a major natural gas producer, and extraction facilities like this one supply gas for heating, electricity generation, and industrial use, supporting both local and national energy needs.