Overview
KERR-MCGEE 61827 34003562 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Gilcrest, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
KERR-MCGEE 61827 34003562 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 4.9 miles southeast of Gilcrest. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. It is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically range from small to medium scale, supporting local and regional gas supply. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply chain in Colorado, a state with significant gas production. Its location in an agricultural and industrial area highlights the intersection of energy extraction with local land use. The facility's role in the regional gas grid supports residential, commercial, and industrial consumers.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land uses. Proximity to populated areas like Gilcrest and the South Platte River corridor may pose environmental considerations related to air quality, water resources, and land disturbance. The region experiences occasional seismic activity, though risks are generally low. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA and state agencies helps mitigate potential impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Gilcrest, Colorado, USA, in Weld County, approximately 4.9 miles southeast of Gilcrest.
It is an operational gas extraction facility involved in natural gas and natural gas liquid extraction, classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline design, construction, and operation.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado vary from small to large scale, with many in the Denver-Julesburg Basin producing up to several million cubic feet per day.
Environmental considerations include air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA and Colorado state agencies helps manage these impacts.
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