Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

Kerr-McGee 62017 - Adler, Carl GU B 2 Gas Extraction Facility, Firestone Area, Colorado

FIRESTONE AREA, Colorado, United States

Overview

Kerr-McGee 62017 - Adler, Carl GU B 2 is a gas extraction facility in Firestone Area, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.

Kerr-McGee 62017 - Adler, Carl GU B 2 is a gas extraction facility located in the Firestone Area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and falls under the NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction. Its location in the Denver-Julesburg Basin places it within a major oil and gas producing 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. As a gas extraction site, it likely includes wellheads, separators, and gathering lines. The region is known for its extensive natural gas infrastructure, with many similar facilities supporting local and national energy supply. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply for the surrounding area, including residential, commercial, and industrial users. Its operational status indicates ongoing extraction activities, which are subject to state and federal environmental regulations. The facility's role in the local energy grid underscores its importance to the regional economy and energy security.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone requires careful management of emissions and safety risks. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and groundwater protection is a key concern due to potential contamination from extraction activities. Seismic activity in Colorado is generally low, but induced seismicity from wastewater injection has been noted in some areas.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in the Firestone Area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.169633, -104.977422.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, contributing to the local and national energy supply.

The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for gas pipeline design, construction, and operation.

The facility is currently operational, indicating active gas extraction activities.

Gas extraction in Weld County can affect air quality, water resources, and land use. Facilities must comply with state and federal environmental regulations to mitigate these impacts.

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