Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas Battery #415714283 - Gas Extraction Facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado

Kerr-McGee Oil & Gas Battery #415714283 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. It is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with significant oil and gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically involve wellhead separation, compression, and dehydration processes. It is part of a broader network of gas infrastructure serving the local energy market. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton and potential impacts on air quality and water resources. The facility's role in the gas supply chain contributes to regional energy security, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers in Colorado.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to Fort Lupton raises considerations for air emissions and noise. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and water usage for extraction processes may interact with local water resources. Seismic activity is low, but the area is subject to occasional weather extremes.