Overview
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - 36149571 is an operational gas extraction facility in Gilcrest, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - 36149571 is a gas extraction facility located in Gilcrest, Weld County, Colorado, within the United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant oil and gas activity, particularly in 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 US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to large scale, with capacities varying based on reservoir characteristics and infrastructure. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas like Gilcrest and potential impacts on local air and water resources. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require careful management of emissions and water usage. The facility's operational status suggests ongoing compliance with state and federal environmental regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and urban land uses. The semi-arid climate and proximity to the South Platte River necessitate careful water management and air quality controls. Seismic activity in the region is low, but the area is prone to occasional wildfires and extreme weather events, which are relevant risk factors for gas extraction infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Gilcrest, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at NW NW SEC 3 T3N R66W.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of 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, along with Colorado state environmental and oil and gas rules.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado vary widely, from small wells to large processing plants, with capacities often measured in millions of standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd).
Key considerations include air emissions management, water usage and protection, and land use impacts, given the area's agricultural and urban setting.
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