Overview
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11614100 is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It serves the Weld County region within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11614100 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within the prolific Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, covering natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Its location in Weld County places it in one of the most active oil and gas regions in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which enforce strict permitting, emissions, and safety standards. As a gas extraction battery, it likely includes separation, dehydration, and compression equipment typical for processing raw natural gas from multiple wells. The Denver-Julesburg Basin is known for its tight oil and gas formations, requiring hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling techniques. This facility contributes to the regional natural gas supply, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity in northern Colorado. Its proximity to Fort Lupton and other communities necessitates adherence to setback regulations and air quality monitoring. The facility plays a role in the broader U.S. energy infrastructure, supplying gas for power generation, heating, and industrial use.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the semi-arid climate of northeastern Colorado, an area with significant agricultural activity and growing urban development. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires careful management of emissions, noise, and water usage. The region is subject to occasional drought conditions, making water conservation a key environmental consideration for gas extraction operations. Regulatory oversight by COGCC includes requirements for groundwater monitoring and air quality controls to mitigate impacts on local ecosystems and communities.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at coordinates 40.114665, -104.697013.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, separating and conditioning the gas for transport.
The facility operates under U.S. federal regulations including EPA air quality standards and PHMSA pipeline safety rules, as well as Colorado state regulations enforced by the COGCC.
Gas extraction can affect air quality through emissions and water resources through usage and potential contamination. Colorado regulations require monitoring and mitigation measures to protect the environment.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in the U.S., known for its tight oil and gas formations. It supports significant energy production and economic activity in Colorado.
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