Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

KERR-MCGEE 62493 Gas Extraction Facility, Firestone, Colorado

FIRESTONE, Colorado, United States

Overview

KERR-MCGEE 62493 is an operational gas extraction facility in Firestone, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

KERR-MCGEE 62493 is a gas extraction facility located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the region's natural gas infrastructure, contributing to the local energy supply chain. As a gas extraction site, 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. The facility's NAICS code 211130 indicates it is involved in natural gas extraction, a sector that typically includes wellhead operations and initial processing. The facility is situated in an area with significant oil and gas activity, as Weld County is a major hub for energy production in Colorado. Its location near Firestone places it within a region that balances industrial operations with residential and agricultural land use, highlighting the importance of safety and environmental management in gas extraction.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a high density of oil and gas operations. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone necessitates strict adherence to safety protocols to mitigate risks such as gas leaks or explosions. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require careful management of water resources and emissions to minimize environmental impact.

Frequently asked questions

KERR-MCGEE 62493 is located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.121966, -104.907483.

KERR-MCGEE 62493 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under the NAICS code 211130 for natural gas extraction.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-specific rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).

Environmental risks include potential groundwater contamination, air emissions (methane, VOCs), and land disturbance. Proper well construction and leak detection systems help mitigate these risks.

As an operational gas extraction facility, it supplies natural gas to the regional grid, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in Weld County and beyond.

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