KERR-MCGEE - 62156 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

KERR-MCGEE - 62156 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated approximately 2.6 miles north of Fort Lupton. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating involvement in both natural gas extraction and natural gas liquid recovery. As a gas extraction site in the United States, it is subject to federal pipeline safety regulations administered by PHMSA and detailed in DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe operation of gas pipelines. The facility's location in Colorado places it under state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). This facility contributes to the natural gas supply chain in the region, supporting local energy needs and industrial activities. Its proximity to Fort Lupton and other communities necessitates adherence to safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transport. The facility's role in the broader gas infrastructure network underscores its importance to regional energy security.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions and is part of the South Platte River watershed. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires careful management of emissions and groundwater protection. Seismic activity in the region is generally low, but induced seismicity from wastewater injection has been a concern in some areas. The facility's operations are subject to environmental oversight to minimize impacts on local air quality and water resources.