Overview
KERR-MCGEE - 35023159 is an operational gas extraction facility in Erie, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
KERR-MCGEE - 35023159 is a gas extraction facility located in Erie, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for active oil and gas development within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. 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 gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, gathering lines, and separation equipment typical of upstream natural gas operations in Colorado. This facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial gas demand in the Front Range region. Its location in Weld County places it within a major gas-producing area, with proximity to population centers requiring robust safety and environmental management.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and significant oil and gas activity. Proximity to populated areas like Erie necessitates careful management of emissions, water usage, and noise. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards include wildfires and occasional flooding. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA and state agencies addresses these risks.
Frequently asked questions
KERR-MCGEE - 35023159 is located in Erie, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.078605, -105.010706.
KERR-MCGEE - 35023159 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Gas extraction facilities vary widely in capacity, from small well sites producing a few million cubic feet per day to large facilities exceeding 100 MMcf/d.
The facility provides natural gas for local energy needs and contributes to the regional economy through employment and tax revenue, while operating under safety and environmental regulations.
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