Kerr-McGee 62173 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

Kerr-McGee 62173 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 2.4 miles northwest of Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is operational and falls under the Gas Extraction sector, with 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 DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's location in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region, places it within a well-established infrastructure network. As a gas extraction site, Kerr-McGee 62173 contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County. The facility's proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates adherence to safety and environmental protocols to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction operations.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas activity. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions and is part of the South Platte River watershed. Proximity to agricultural lands and residential areas requires careful management of emissions, water usage, and potential groundwater impacts. Regulatory oversight from COGCC and EPA ensures compliance with environmental standards.