Overview
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11635700 is an operational gas extraction facility in Brighton, Colorado, USA. It supports natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #11635700 is a gas extraction facility located in Brighton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, which is a key component of the local energy infrastructure. Operating under U.S. federal regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, the facility adheres to standards for gas gathering and processing. In Colorado, state-specific regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also apply, ensuring safe and environmentally responsible operations. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to the Front Range urban corridor, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs. Its location in Weld County places it within one of the most active oil and gas producing regions in the United States.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with a semi-arid climate and is near the South Platte River watershed. Proximity to populated areas like Brighton requires careful management of emissions and water usage. Seismic risk in the region is low, but the facility must comply with Colorado's stringent air quality and water protection regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Brighton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.028121, -104.756328.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, separating oil, gas, and water.
The facility operates under U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules.
It supplies natural gas to the Front Range region, supporting energy needs, while adhering to state air quality and water protection standards.
Facilities range from small wellhead batteries to large processing plants, with capacities varying from a few million to hundreds of million cubic feet per day.
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