Gas Extraction Operational

Kerr-McGee #51440 SEE 123-3856 Gas Extraction Facility, Frederick, Colorado

FREDERICK, 1.1 MI W OF, Colorado, United States

Overview

Kerr-McGee #51440 SEE 123-3856 is a gas extraction facility located near Frederick, Colorado, in Weld County. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

Kerr-McGee #51440 SEE 123-3856 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 1.1 miles west of Frederick, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is operational and falls under the gas extraction sector, contributing to the region's natural gas production. Its location in the Denver-Julesburg Basin places it within a major oil and gas producing area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its involvement in both extraction and processing. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas like Frederick and potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. The facility's role in the local gas supply chain supports energy needs but requires adherence to environmental regulations to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction activities.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas activity. Proximity to the town of Frederick raises considerations for community exposure to emissions and potential groundwater impacts. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use necessitate careful management of water resources and air quality controls to minimize environmental footprint.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located approximately 1.1 miles west of Frederick, Colorado, in Weld County, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.

The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules.

Risks include potential groundwater contamination, air emissions from drilling and processing, and impacts on local wildlife. Regulatory oversight aims to mitigate these through permitting and monitoring.

It contributes to natural gas supply from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, supporting regional energy needs and connecting to interstate pipelines for distribution.

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