Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - 36159149 Gas Extraction Facility near Brighton, Colorado

Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - 36159149 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 2.1 miles north of Brighton, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a prolific oil and gas region. It is currently operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction). The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). These agencies enforce standards for well construction, emissions, and water management. Typical gas extraction in this region involves horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight gas formations. As part of the broader gas infrastructure in Colorado, this facility contributes to the state's natural gas supply, which supports local residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs. The facility's location in Weld County places it within an area with significant gas production infrastructure, including gathering lines and processing plants.

The facility is located in an area with a semi-arid climate and is subject to potential seismic activity, though risks are low. Proximity to populated areas like Brighton requires adherence to setback regulations and emission controls. The region's water resources are managed to protect against contamination from extraction activities.