Overview
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11360500 is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11360500 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. It is situated in a region known for active oil and gas production within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. As a gas extraction battery, this facility typically separates oil, gas, and water from well production streams. It 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 integrity. The facility's location in Colorado subjects it to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which enforces strict environmental and operational standards. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity. Its proximity to Fort Lupton and other communities necessitates adherence to safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and processing. The facility's role in the broader gas infrastructure highlights its importance in maintaining energy reliability in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas development. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions and is part of the South Platte River watershed. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires careful management of emissions, noise, and potential groundwater impacts. Regulatory oversight by COGCC and federal agencies ensures compliance with environmental standards, including air quality controls and spill prevention measures.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.103560, -104.798980.
It is a gas extraction battery that separates natural gas, oil, and water from production streams, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction in Colorado is subject to strict air quality, water protection, and spill prevention regulations enforced by the COGCC and EPA, including methane emission controls and groundwater monitoring.
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