Gas Extraction Operational

KERR-MCGEE #71719 MANIFOLD SEE 123.3206 - Gas Extraction Facility in Weld County, Colorado

GILCREST, 8.1 MI SE OF, Colorado, United States

Overview

KERR-MCGEE #71719 MANIFOLD SEE 123.3206 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

KERR-MCGEE #71719 MANIFOLD SEE 123.3206 is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 8.1 miles southeast of Gilcrest. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It operates within the United States' robust regulatory framework for gas infrastructure, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate it is involved in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region handle significant volumes due to the basin's high production levels. The operational status confirms active extraction activities. This facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting downstream processing and distribution. Its location in a densely developed oil and gas region means it operates within a well-established infrastructure network, with proximity to pipelines and processing plants that serve both regional and national markets.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a high concentration of oil and gas operations. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks. Proximity to agricultural land and the South Platte River watershed necessitates careful management of emissions and water usage. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and adherence to federal PHMSA standards help mitigate environmental impacts.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 8.1 miles southeast of Gilcrest, at SESW SEC 11 T3N R65W.

It is a gas extraction facility involved in natural gas and natural gas liquid extraction, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.

The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with state-level oversight from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado, particularly in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, range from small to large operations, with capacities often exceeding 100 MMscfd for major facilities.

It is part of a dense network of extraction sites, pipelines, and processing plants that supply natural gas to local and national markets, supporting energy needs and industrial activities.

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