Overview
KERR-MCGEE OIL & GAS - 36112878 is an operational gas extraction facility located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
KERR-MCGEE OIL & GAS - 36112878 is a gas extraction facility located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction. Its location in the Denver-Julesburg Basin places it within a major oil and gas producing region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely includes wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas. The scale of operations is typical for the region, which is characterized by extensive horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply for the Fort Lupton area and the broader Colorado energy market. Its proximity to populated areas necessitates adherence to strict safety and environmental regulations. The facility's role in the local gas infrastructure supports residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires careful management of emissions and potential leaks. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use mean that water resources and air quality are key environmental considerations. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal PHMSA standards help mitigate risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.125470, -104.770470.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under NAICS code 211130. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin's oil and gas infrastructure.
The facility is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado vary widely, but many in the Denver-Julesburg Basin are medium to large scale, with multiple wells and gathering systems. Production rates can range from a few million cubic feet per day to over 100 MMcfd.
Key risks include methane leaks, groundwater contamination, and air emissions. Regulatory frameworks like PHMSA and COGCC rules aim to mitigate these through leak detection, well integrity testing, and emission controls.
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