Overview
KERR-MCGEE BATTERY #62044 is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates within Weld County, a key region for natural gas production.
KERR-MCGEE BATTERY #62044 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. Colorado is a significant producer of natural gas, with extensive infrastructure supporting extraction and processing. The facility operates under U.S. regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in this area involve wellhead compression, separation, and dehydration processes. As part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, this facility supports local energy needs and contributes to the broader U.S. gas grid. Its location in an agricultural and industrial area underscores its role in regional energy infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with moderate seismic activity and occasional extreme weather events, including tornadoes and blizzards. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires adherence to safety regulations to mitigate risks from high-pressure operations. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use necessitate careful management of emissions and water usage.
Frequently asked questions
KERR-MCGEE BATTERY #62044 is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at coordinates 40.091811, -104.863201.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas from wells, including separation and dehydration, to prepare it for transmission.
The facility is operational, indicating it is actively extracting and processing natural gas.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules.
Weld County hosts numerous gas extraction facilities, ranging from small wellhead sites to larger battery plants like this one, with capacities varying based on local production.
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