Overview
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11610400 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Fort Lupton, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT regulations.
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11610400 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 5.7 miles northeast of Fort Lupton. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in both gas processing and extraction. As a gas extraction battery in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and integrity. The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with extensive oil and gas activity, and typical extraction batteries in this area handle capacities ranging from small to medium scale. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply infrastructure, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity in Weld County. Its location in a rural area near Fort Lupton minimizes proximity to dense populations, though it is subject to standard environmental monitoring for emissions and groundwater protection under Colorado state regulations.
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, with potential for drought and wildfire risks. Proximity to agricultural land and the South Platte River watershed necessitates careful management of produced water and emissions to protect local water resources and air quality.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 5.7 miles northeast of Fort Lupton, in Weld County, Colorado, United States.
It is a gas extraction battery that processes and extracts natural gas liquids and natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility is currently operational.
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) regarding emissions, water management, and well integrity.
Gas extraction batteries in the Denver-Julesburg Basin typically range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on the number of wells and processing equipment. They play a key role in gathering and initial processing of natural gas from the basin.
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