Overview
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - 36159108 is an operational gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 6.2 miles southeast of Gilcrest. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - 36159108 is an operational gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, about 6.2 miles southeast of Gilcrest. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the United States. It operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility's technical specifications are not detailed in public records, but typical gas extraction operations in this region involve high-pressure wells and gathering pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate that the facility may engage in both extraction and processing of natural gas liquids. The regulatory framework ensures adherence to safety standards for operating pressures and pipeline integrity. Environmentally, the facility is located in an agricultural area with proximity to the South Platte River. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and gas extraction activities are subject to state and federal regulations regarding air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. The facility's role in the local gas supply chain contributes to energy production for the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, a region with a semi-arid climate and agricultural land use. Proximity to the South Platte River raises considerations for water resource management. Gas extraction operations are subject to Colorado's stringent air quality regulations and federal methane emission standards. The area is also prone to occasional seismic activity, which is monitored for potential impacts on well integrity.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 6.2 miles southeast of Gilcrest, with coordinates 40.237846 N, -104.670593 W.
It is an operational gas extraction facility that extracts natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state air quality and water management rules.
The facility operates in an agricultural area near the South Platte River, with potential impacts on air quality and water resources. It is subject to federal methane emission standards and state regulations.
The facility is currently operational, as indicated in public records.
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