Overview
KERR-MCGEE - BATTERY# 60045 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
KERR-MCGEE - BATTERY# 60045 is a gas extraction facility located approximately 2.3 miles northwest of Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas activity. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction operations. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. As a gas extraction battery, it likely processes natural gas from multiple wells, separating gas, oil, and water. The facility's scale is typical for the region, where numerous similar batteries support the basin's production. This facility contributes to the local energy infrastructure, supplying natural gas to downstream markets. Its location in Weld County places it in an area with extensive oil and gas development, supporting regional energy needs and economic activity. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to the natural gas supply chain.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires careful management of emissions and safety. The Denver-Julesburg Basin has experienced seismic activity related to wastewater injection, but gas extraction itself has lower induced seismicity risk. Regulatory oversight under Colorado's oil and gas rules addresses air quality, water protection, and well integrity.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 2.3 miles northwest of Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County, with coordinates 40.136124, -104.822800.
It is a gas extraction battery that processes natural gas from multiple wells, separating gas, oil, and water for further transport and refining.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state oil and gas rules.
Batteries in the Denver-Julesburg Basin vary in size, but many handle several million cubic feet of gas per day, supporting regional production.
It is part of the upstream gas extraction network, feeding into gathering pipelines and processing plants that supply natural gas to consumers.
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