Overview
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas facility located near Gilcrest, Colorado, is an operational gas extraction plant in Weld County. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - 36144536 is a gas extraction facility located near Gilcrest, Colorado, in Weld County. The plant is operational and situated in a region known for significant oil and gas activity, particularly within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. This facility contributes to the local gas infrastructure network, supporting energy production in the area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline design, construction, and operation. The plant's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate its involvement in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on well productivity and processing requirements. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas and agricultural land in Weld County. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with potential for drought, which can impact water resources used in extraction processes. The plant's role in the local gas grid supports energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in northern Colorado.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and urban development. The semi-arid climate and potential for drought conditions may affect water availability for extraction operations. Proximity to populated areas like Gilcrest requires adherence to safety regulations to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transport.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located near Gilcrest, Colorado, in Weld County, approximately 2.9 miles southeast of Gilcrest.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for gas pipeline design, construction, and operation.
Gas extraction in Weld County can affect local water resources and air quality. The semi-arid climate and proximity to agricultural areas require careful management of emissions and water use.
The facility extracts natural gas and liquids, feeding into the regional gas grid that supplies residential, commercial, and industrial users in northern Colorado.
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