Overview
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #36156486 is an operational gas extraction facility in Erie, Colorado, USA. It processes natural gas from wells in Weld County, a key region in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #36156486 is a gas extraction facility located in Erie, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and serves as a central processing point for natural gas produced from nearby wells in Weld County, one of the most active oil and gas regions in the United States. The plant's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate it engages in both natural gas extraction and oil and gas field services. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). These agencies enforce safety standards for gas gathering lines and processing equipment, including compliance with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline integrity. Typical gas extraction batteries in this region handle capacities ranging from 1 to 50 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd), depending on well productivity and infrastructure. As part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin's extensive gas infrastructure, this battery contributes to the regional energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in northern Colorado. The facility's proximity to Erie, a growing suburban community, underscores the importance of robust safety and environmental management practices to mitigate risks associated with gas processing and transport.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. The Denver-Julesburg Basin is known for its tight oil and gas formations, which require hydraulic fracturing and extensive well infrastructure. Environmental considerations include potential impacts on air quality from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane emissions, as well as water usage and disposal associated with production. The region's growing population near Erie increases the importance of managing noise, traffic, and safety risks from gas extraction operations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Erie, Colorado, USA, in Weld County. Its address is SENE SEC 11 T1N R68W, with coordinates 40.067444 N, -104.963597 W.
This facility is a gas extraction battery that processes natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. It separates gas, oil, and water, and prepares the gas for transport via pipelines.
Specific capacity data for this facility is not publicly available. However, typical gas extraction batteries in the Denver-Julesburg Basin process between 1 and 50 million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd), depending on well productivity.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which cover well construction, emissions, water management, and safety.
Environmental risks include methane leaks, volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, groundwater contamination from spills, and noise from compressors. Proper maintenance and regulatory compliance help mitigate these risks.
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