KERR-MCGEE - 36156489 Gas Extraction Facility, Brighton, Colorado

KERR-MCGEE - 36156489 is a gas extraction facility located in Brighton, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. Weld County is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a significant area for oil and gas production in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. This facility plays a role in the local energy infrastructure, supplying natural gas to the Front Range urban corridor. Its location near Brighton, a growing community, underscores the importance of safe operational practices and environmental stewardship in gas extraction activities.

The facility is situated in an area with a semi-arid climate and is near the South Platte River, which supports agricultural and urban water needs. Proximity to populated areas like Brighton requires careful management of emissions and water usage. The region is also subject to occasional seismic activity, though risks are generally low for gas extraction operations.