Overview
KERR-MCGEE 61578 is an operational gas extraction facility in the Erie area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. It operates under NAICS code 211130, representing natural gas extraction activities.
KERR-MCGEE 61578 is a gas extraction facility located in the Erie area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant natural gas production, particularly from the Denver-Julesburg Basin. Its location in Weld County places it within one of the most active oil and gas producing counties in the state. The facility operates under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction. In the United States, gas extraction facilities like this one are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for pipeline safety and by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) for state-level oversight. The facility's scale is typical for a mid-sized extraction site in the region, contributing to the local gas supply infrastructure. KERR-MCGEE 61578 plays a role in the broader gas infrastructure network of Colorado, supporting energy delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial users. The facility's operations are subject to environmental regulations aimed at minimizing impacts on air quality and water resources, which are key concerns in the region due to its proximity to populated areas and agricultural lands.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and urban land use. Proximity to populated areas like Erie requires careful management of emissions and noise. The region's semi-arid climate and potential for seismic activity from hydraulic fracturing operations necessitate robust environmental monitoring and compliance with state regulations to protect air and water quality.
Frequently asked questions
KERR-MCGEE 61578 is located in the Erie area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.049258, -105.086242.
KERR-MCGEE 61578 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas. It operates under NAICS code 211130, which covers the extraction of natural gas from wells.
The operator of KERR-MCGEE 61578 is not publicly listed, but the facility is part of the Kerr-McGee portfolio, which is now a subsidiary of Anadarko Petroleum (acquired by Occidental Petroleum).
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) for drilling and production, and by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for pipeline safety. Federal regulations under 49 CFR Part 192 also apply to gas pipelines.
Gas extraction in Weld County can impact air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and water resources through potential groundwater contamination. Operators must comply with state regulations to minimize these impacts, including air permits and water management plans.
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