Overview
KERR-MCGEE OIL & GAS - 36156415 is a gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT regulations. It supports natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
KERR-MCGEE OIL & GAS - 36156415 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado. The facility operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. 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 typically involves wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines that transport raw gas to processing plants. The scale of operations is consistent with the region's active drilling and production activities. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply chain serving local and regional markets. Its location in Weld County places it in an area with significant oil and gas infrastructure, supporting energy needs and economic activity. The operational status indicates ongoing production, aligning with the broader industry trends in Colorado's energy sector.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a high density of oil and gas operations. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires adherence to setback regulations and emission controls. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and operations must manage water usage and potential groundwater impacts. Seismic activity in the area is low, but well integrity and pipeline safety are critical due to the presence of aging infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.143733, -104.901845.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in natural gas and natural gas liquid extraction, classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which cover design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas pipelines.
The facility is listed as Operational, indicating active gas extraction activities.
Weld County is a key area in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, one of the most productive oil and gas regions in the United States, with extensive infrastructure for extraction and processing.
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