Overview
KERR-MCGEE 62568-BUUM 11-7A is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
KERR-MCGEE 62568-BUUM 11-7A is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the natural gas production sector in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with significant oil and gas activity. 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. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, typically involving wellhead operations and initial processing. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity in Weld County. Its location in a rural area near Fort Lupton reflects typical siting for extraction operations, balancing access to resources with community proximity.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and energy extraction land uses. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates adherence to safety regulations regarding well spacing and pressure management. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks that could impact operations.
Frequently asked questions
KERR-MCGEE 62568-BUUM 11-7A is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.147411, -104.713683.
This facility is a gas extraction site that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs. It is part of the upstream gas infrastructure in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
As a gas extraction facility, it is the first step in the natural gas supply chain, producing raw gas that is then processed and transported via pipelines to end users.
Weld County hosts numerous gas extraction sites, ranging from small single-well operations to larger multi-well pads. This facility's specific capacity is not publicly listed, but it operates within the regional production network.
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