Overview
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - 36177779 is an operational gas extraction facility in the Firestone Area, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - 36177779 is a gas extraction facility located in the Firestone Area, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant oil and gas activity within 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 United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is classified as natural gas extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region vary from small to large scale, often associated with horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing technologies. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas such as Firestone and the potential for seismic or climate hazard exposure in Colorado. The facility's operational status suggests ongoing contribution to local gas supply and economic activity in Weld County, a key area for energy production in the state.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to residential areas like Firestone raises considerations regarding air quality, noise, and potential groundwater impacts. The region is also subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires and floods, which can affect gas extraction infrastructure. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) addresses these environmental factors.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Firestone Area, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.128890, -104.879280.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under the NAICS code 211130 for natural gas extraction.
The facility is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines, and state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
The facility is currently operational, indicating active gas extraction activities.
Environmental considerations include air emissions, water usage and disposal, seismic risks, and proximity to communities. Colorado has specific regulations for methane emissions and groundwater protection.
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