Kerr-McGee Battery #94179 - Gas Extraction Facility in Commerce City, Colorado

Kerr-McGee Battery #94179 is a gas extraction facility situated in Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado, within the United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional gas infrastructure network in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a key area for natural gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it handles the separation and initial processing of natural gas from wells, with typical capacities ranging from small to medium scale in the sector. Environmentally, the facility is located in an area with moderate seismic hazard exposure and is situated near populated areas of Commerce City. Its operations contribute to the local gas supply grid, supporting residential and industrial energy needs in the region. The facility's role in the gas infrastructure network underscores its importance for energy distribution in Colorado.

The facility is located in Commerce City, Colorado, an area with moderate seismic activity and proximity to urban populations. Gas extraction operations here are subject to environmental regulations aimed at minimizing emissions and protecting groundwater. The site's position in the Denver-Julesburg Basin places it within a region of active oil and gas development, where climate hazard exposure includes potential for extreme weather events such as tornadoes and blizzards.