Overview
Kerr-McGee O&G facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, is an operational gas extraction plant. It serves the Weld County area under US PHMSA and DOT regulations.
Kerr-McGee O&G - 34002684/36931545 is a gas extraction facility located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County. The plant is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply infrastructure. Weld County is a key area for oil and gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. 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 operations. Typical gas extraction plants in this region use hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. This plant plays a role in meeting local and regional energy demands. Its location in a rural area near Fort Lupton balances access to gas reserves with proximity to populated areas, requiring adherence to safety and environmental standards.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado, where water availability and land use are key environmental considerations. Proximity to the South Platte River and agricultural areas necessitates careful management of potential impacts on water resources and air quality. The plant's operations are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing emissions and protecting local ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The plant is located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County, approximately 2.7 miles north of Fort Lupton.
It is a gas extraction plant that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs, contributing to the regional energy supply.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines.
Gas extraction plants in Colorado vary in capacity, but many in the Denver-Julesburg Basin produce between 10 and 100 million cubic feet per day, depending on reservoir characteristics.
Key considerations include water usage for hydraulic fracturing, methane emissions management, and proximity to agricultural areas and the South Platte River.
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