Overview
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11357500 is an operational gas extraction facility in the Firestone area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. It supports natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11357500 is a gas extraction facility located in the Firestone area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's natural gas production, which is part of the larger Denver-Julesburg Basin, a significant oil and gas producing area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction battery, it typically includes separation, metering, and storage equipment to process raw natural gas from wells. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County, which is one of the most productive oil and gas regions in Colorado. Its location in a rural area near Firestone means it operates with consideration for nearby communities and environmental regulations. The facility's role in the gas supply chain supports downstream infrastructure and end-users.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and residential land uses. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone requires adherence to setback regulations and emission controls. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards include occasional wildfires and severe weather. Operational practices must address potential methane leaks and water usage, aligning with state and federal environmental standards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Firestone area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.129289, -104.907581.
It is a gas extraction battery that processes raw natural gas from wells, including separation, metering, and storage, as part of natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility operates under U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with Colorado state oil and gas rules for emissions, water management, and well integrity.
The facility supports local energy production and economic activity in Weld County, while adhering to setback requirements and environmental controls to minimize impacts on nearby residential areas like Firestone.
Gas extraction batteries in Colorado vary in size, but many are medium-scale facilities handling several million cubic feet per day, supporting the state's significant natural gas output.
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