Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11338800: Gas Extraction Facility near Firestone, Colorado

Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11338800 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 2.3 miles east of Firestone. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing area. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. As a gas extraction battery, it typically separates oil, gas, and water from well production, with gas directed to pipelines for processing. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its role in upstream gas processing. This facility supports local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County, one of the most productive oil and gas regions in the United States. Its location in a rural area near Firestone reflects typical siting for gas extraction operations, balancing access to resources with community proximity.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado with low annual precipitation. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone requires adherence to setback regulations and emission controls. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though risk is low. Climate hazards include potential for wildfires and extreme weather events, which are managed through operational protocols.