Kerr-McGee Grant Helen Unit A2 Gas Extraction Facility, Dacono, Colorado

Kerr-McGee Grant Helen Unit A2 is a gas extraction facility located in Dacono, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, supporting local and regional energy needs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. This facility is part of Colorado's extensive gas infrastructure network, which supplies energy to residential, commercial, and industrial users. Its location in Weld County places it in a region with significant oil and gas activity, contributing to the state's energy portfolio and local economy.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region with proximity to agricultural and residential areas. Gas extraction operations in this area are subject to state and federal regulations addressing air emissions, water management, and land disturbance. The facility's location in the Denver-Julesburg Basin involves potential risks from induced seismicity and groundwater protection, which are managed through regulatory oversight and industry best practices.