KERR-MCGEE - 36159242 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton Area, Colorado

KERR-MCGEE - 36159242 is a gas extraction facility located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is currently operational and is situated in a region known for significant natural gas production, part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The plant's NAICS code 211130 indicates it is engaged in the extraction of natural gas. 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. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also provides state-level oversight. The plant's location in Weld County places it in one of the most active oil and gas producing counties in the United States, with extensive pipeline infrastructure and gathering systems. The environmental context of this facility includes its location in a semi-arid region with agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires adherence to setback regulations and monitoring of air emissions. The facility's role in the local gas supply chain contributes to energy production for residential, commercial, and industrial use in the region.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and urban development. The semi-arid climate and proximity to the South Platte River watershed necessitate careful management of water resources and potential impacts from gas extraction activities. Local regulations require monitoring of air quality, groundwater, and noise levels to mitigate effects on nearby communities and ecosystems.