Overview
KERR-MCGEE 62200 is an operational gas extraction facility in the Fort Lupton area, Weld County, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
KERR-MCGEE 62200 is a gas extraction facility located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant natural gas production, particularly within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe transportation of natural gas. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is involved in natural gas extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region vary in scale from small to large operations. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas in Weld County and potential impacts on local air and water resources. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require careful management of emissions and water usage. The facility's role in the local gas infrastructure supports energy supply for the surrounding communities and industries.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and urban land uses. The semi-arid climate and proximity to the South Platte River necessitate careful management of water resources and potential air emissions. Seismic activity in the region is low, but the facility's operational status requires adherence to safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction.
Frequently asked questions
KERR-MCGEE 62200 is located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.092909, -104.869908.
KERR-MCGEE 62200 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin. It is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level environmental and drilling regulations enforced by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
Weld County is a major natural gas producing region, with facilities ranging from small wells to large-scale extraction operations. The Denver-Julesburg Basin supports significant production.
The facility's operations are subject to environmental regulations to manage air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. Its location in an agricultural area requires careful mitigation of potential impacts on soil and water resources.
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