Kerr-McGee Battery #62037 - Gas Extraction Facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado

Kerr-McGee Battery #62037 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and serves as part of the region's natural gas production infrastructure. Colorado is a significant natural gas producing state, with extensive pipeline networks and regulatory oversight. 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 gas pipeline safety. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically involve wellheads, separators, and gathering lines that transport raw gas to processing plants. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Located in an agricultural and suburban area near Fort Lupton, the facility contributes to the local energy supply chain. Its proximity to populated areas necessitates adherence to safety regulations regarding operating pressure and pipeline integrity. The facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demand while operating within a mature regulatory environment.

The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural land and growing residential communities. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to state and federal regulations addressing air emissions, water usage, and well integrity. The local climate is semi-arid, with potential for drought conditions that may influence water management practices. Proximity to the South Platte River and groundwater resources requires careful monitoring to prevent contamination.