Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

Kerr-McGee - 36211242 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton Area, Colorado

FORT LUPTON AREA, Colorado, United States

Overview

Kerr-McGee - 36211242 is a gas extraction facility located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

Kerr-McGee - 36211242 is a gas extraction facility situated in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado, within the United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, which is a key component of the local energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe transportation of natural gas. In Colorado, gas extraction activities are also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), ensuring environmental protection and operational safety. As part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, this facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to regional markets. The area's gas infrastructure supports both residential and industrial energy needs, contributing to the broader energy grid of the Rocky Mountain region.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas activity. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires careful management of operational risks, including potential emissions and water usage. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use necessitate adherence to environmental regulations to minimize impact on local ecosystems and groundwater resources.

Frequently asked questions

Kerr-McGee - 36211242 is located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.132290, -104.851295.

Kerr-McGee - 36211242 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin. It is currently operational and contributes to the regional gas supply.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal regulations such as PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) covering well construction, emissions, and water management.

Gas extraction in Weld County can affect air quality through emissions and water resources through hydraulic fracturing. Operators are required to implement mitigation measures under state and federal regulations to minimize environmental impact.

Gas extraction facilities like Kerr-McGee - 36211242 are part of the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, providing feedstock for power generation, heating, and industrial processes, thereby supporting energy security and economic activity.

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