KERR-MCGEE 62651-BRINK 15-15A Gas Extraction Facility, Dacono, Colorado

KERR-MCGEE 62651-BRINK 15-15A is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 2.4 miles east of Dacono. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant natural gas production. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both extraction and processing. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) oversees state-level permitting and environmental compliance. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region employ hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations, with capacities varying from small to medium scale. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and supports the regional gas infrastructure network. Its location in Weld County places it in an area with active oil and gas development, which provides economic benefits but also requires careful management of environmental impacts such as water usage and air emissions. The facility's grid role involves feeding natural gas into interstate pipelines serving the Rocky Mountain region.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. Proximity to populated areas like Dacono requires adherence to setback regulations and monitoring of air quality. The region is subject to occasional seismic activity, which is a consideration for well integrity and pipeline safety. Water resources in the area are managed to balance agricultural, municipal, and industrial needs, including hydraulic fracturing operations.