Kerr-McGee 62189-Parker 12-15A Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

Kerr-McGee 62189-Parker 12-15A is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, near Fort Lupton. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the United States. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. 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 pipeline safety and integrity. As a gas extraction site, it likely employs standard drilling and production technologies typical of the region, including horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight gas formations. This facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond. Its location in Weld County places it in an area with significant oil and gas infrastructure, contributing to the state's energy portfolio and economic activity.

The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with active oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates careful management of emissions and water usage. The area experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and operations must consider water sourcing and potential impacts on local air quality. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules addresses these environmental concerns.