Overview
KERR-MCGEE 62674 is an operational gas extraction facility in Dacono, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
KERR-MCGEE 62674 is a gas extraction facility located in Dacono, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the natural gas sector in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for 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 broader midstream infrastructure that processes and transports natural gas from wells to processing plants and distribution networks. Located in a region with growing urban development, the facility's proximity to populated areas necessitates robust safety and environmental management. Its role in the local gas grid supports energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in northern Colorado.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to the town of Dacono and nearby communities requires careful management of emissions and operational safety. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use add considerations for water resources and air quality. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules addresses these environmental factors.
Frequently asked questions
KERR-MCGEE 62674 is located in Dacono, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.057298, -104.954305.
KERR-MCGEE 62674 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. It is part of the midstream infrastructure that processes and transports gas to distribution networks.
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), which cover well construction, emissions, and water management.
The facility supports local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County. Its proximity to Dacono requires adherence to safety and environmental standards to minimize risks to nearby residents and the environment.
Gas extraction facilities in the Denver-Julesburg Basin vary in size, with many producing from multiple wells. The basin is a major natural gas producing region, with facilities ranging from small single-well sites to larger multi-well pads.
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