Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #41570157: Gas Extraction Facility in Fort Lupton Area, Colorado

Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas - Battery #41570157 is a gas extraction facility located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional gas infrastructure, contributing to the extraction of natural gas from local reserves. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe transportation of natural gas. As a gas extraction battery, it typically involves separation, metering, and initial processing of raw gas before it enters transmission pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Located in Weld County, part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, this facility is situated in an area with significant oil and gas activity. The region's gas infrastructure supports local energy needs and contributes to the broader US natural gas supply chain. The facility's proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates adherence to safety and environmental regulations to mitigate risks.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas extraction. The local environment includes agricultural lands and communities, requiring careful management of emissions, water usage, and potential impacts on air quality. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission and federal PHMSA standards helps address environmental concerns related to gas extraction operations.