Overview
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - 36159293 is an operational gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, near Gilcrest. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - 36159293 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 7.1 miles southeast of Gilcrest. The facility is currently operational and is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region known for significant oil and gas production. 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 and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, separation equipment, and gathering pipelines to transport raw natural gas to processing facilities. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is classified under natural gas extraction. This facility contributes to the regional energy supply, supporting local communities and industrial consumers. Its location in Weld County places it within a dense network of oil and gas infrastructure, with proximity to agricultural and rural areas. The operational status ensures ongoing gas production for the region's energy needs.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural land and energy development. Proximity to populated areas like Gilcrest requires careful management of emissions and noise. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks. Groundwater protection and air quality monitoring are key environmental considerations for gas extraction operations in this area.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 7.1 miles southeast of Gilcrest, at coordinates 40.223585, -104.666160.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Denver-Julesburg Basin, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
The facility is currently operational, contributing to the regional natural gas supply.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
As part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, it supports the national gas supply chain, with production feeding into gathering systems and interstate pipelines for distribution.
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