Overview
KERR-MCGEE 51478 is a gas extraction facility located in Frederick, Colorado, United States. It operates within the Weld County area, a key region for natural gas production.
KERR-MCGEE 51478 is a gas extraction facility situated in Frederick, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. The facility is operational and serves as part of the broader natural gas infrastructure in Weld County, which is one of the top gas-producing counties in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and follows DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate support activities for oil and gas operations and natural gas extraction, respectively. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas like Frederick, which has seen residential growth. The facility's location in a seismically stable region reduces earthquake risk, but local air quality and water usage are typical concerns for gas extraction operations in Colorado. The facility contributes to the regional energy supply and local economy.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant natural gas development. Proximity to the town of Frederick raises considerations for noise, air emissions, and potential groundwater impacts. Colorado has stringent regulations for methane emissions and well integrity, which apply to this facility. The region experiences occasional drought, making water management for hydraulic fracturing a relevant environmental factor.
Frequently asked questions
KERR-MCGEE 51478 is located in Frederick, Colorado, United States, in Weld County. The facility's address is SESE SEC 15 T2N R68W, with coordinates 40.134060, -104.988875.
KERR-MCGEE 51478 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas. It operates in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, one of the most active oil and gas regions in the United States.
The operator of KERR-MCGEE 51478 is not publicly listed in available data. However, the facility is part of the Kerr-McGee portfolio, which is now a subsidiary of Occidental Petroleum.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal rules from the EPA and PHMSA. Key regulations include methane emission controls, well integrity requirements, and water management standards.
Weld County is one of the top natural gas-producing counties in the U.S., with thousands of active wells. Facilities like KERR-MCGEE 51478 are part of a dense network of extraction sites that contribute significantly to regional and national gas supply.
Other Gas Extraction plants in United States · 6 nearby