Overview
Kerr-McGee #61159/61160 is a gas extraction facility located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates in Weld County, a key region for natural gas production.
Kerr-McGee #61159/61160 is a gas extraction facility located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, approximately 1.9 miles north of the city. The facility operates in Weld County, which is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the United States. The plant is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. 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 likely involves wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines to process raw natural gas. The scale of operations is typical for the region, where numerous similar facilities contribute to the area's gas production. This facility plays a role in the local energy supply chain, supporting natural gas delivery to downstream markets. Its location in Weld County places it within a region with significant gas infrastructure, including processing plants and transmission pipelines. The operational status indicates active contribution to the regional gas grid.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an agricultural and semi-rural area near Fort Lupton, Colorado. Proximity to populated areas and the South Platte River may influence environmental considerations. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks. Gas extraction activities in the area are subject to state and federal regulations addressing air emissions, water use, and land disturbance.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, approximately 1.9 miles north of the city, in Weld County.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in natural gas and natural gas liquid extraction, as indicated by its NAICS codes.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are regulated by the U.S. PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety, as well as state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Weld County is a key area in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, one of the most productive oil and gas regions in the United States, with extensive gas extraction and processing infrastructure.
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