Kerr-McGee O&G - 34002440 Gas Extraction Facility, Frederick, Colorado

Kerr-McGee O&G - 34002440 is a gas extraction facility located in Frederick, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant oil and gas activity, particularly within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. The NAICS codes associated with this facility (211112 and 211130) indicate it is involved in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Typical operations at such facilities include drilling, well completion, and initial processing of natural gas. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas like Frederick and potential impacts on local air and water quality. The facility's location in Weld County, which has a high density of oil and gas wells, means it operates within a context of cumulative regional impacts. Regulatory compliance and best practices in emissions control are critical for minimizing environmental footprint.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with extensive oil and gas development. Proximity to the town of Frederick raises considerations for noise, air emissions, and potential water contamination. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require careful management of water resources and fugitive emissions. Seismic activity in Colorado is generally low, but induced seismicity from wastewater injection is a monitored concern.