Overview
KERR-MCGEE 62220 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations. It serves the Weld County area within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
KERR-MCGEE 62220 is a gas extraction facility situated in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within the prolific Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving local and regional energy markets. 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 gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. Located in Weld County, an area with significant oil and gas activity, KERR-MCGEE 62220 plays a role in the local energy infrastructure. The facility's proximity to Fort Lupton and other communities necessitates adherence to safety standards regarding well integrity and emissions control.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with a history of oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires careful management of emissions and groundwater protection. Colorado's regulatory framework includes stringent air quality and water protection rules for gas extraction operations.
Frequently asked questions
KERR-MCGEE 62220 is located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
KERR-MCGEE 62220 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs, contributing to the regional energy supply.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA, with rules covering well construction, emissions, and water protection.
The facility adheres to US DOT 49 CFR Part 192 pipeline safety regulations and Colorado state rules, including regular inspections and pressure testing to prevent leaks and ensure operational integrity.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region, and gas extraction facilities like KERR-MCGEE 62220 support local energy needs and contribute to national gas supply.
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