Overview
Kerr-McGee 62216 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a key region for natural gas production.
Kerr-McGee 62216 is a gas extraction facility situated in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, one of the most prolific oil and gas producing regions in the United States. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both gas processing and extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often supporting local gathering systems and interstate pipelines. Operations are subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for associated pipelines. Kerr-McGee 62216 contributes to the regional energy supply, serving industrial and residential markets in the Front Range urban corridor. Its location in Weld County places it within an area of active drilling and production, with infrastructure connecting to major transmission networks. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing role in meeting natural gas demand in Colorado and beyond.
Environmental context
The facility is located in an area with moderate seismic activity and occasional severe weather, including tornadoes and blizzards. Proximity to the South Platte River and agricultural lands necessitates careful management of potential impacts on water resources and air quality. The region's semi-arid climate and population growth in nearby Fort Lupton and Denver require adherence to strict emission controls and groundwater protection measures.
Frequently asked questions
Kerr-McGee 62216 is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, USA, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
Facilities in Colorado must comply with state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal rules including US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
The facility is subject to air and water quality regulations to minimize impacts on the South Platte River watershed and nearby communities. Operators implement best practices for emission control and groundwater protection.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in the US, with extensive infrastructure for extraction, processing, and transportation. It supplies natural gas to markets across the Front Range and beyond.
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