Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

Kerr-McGee Onshore Gobbler Pump Station - Gas Extraction Facility in Aristocrat Ranchettes Area, Colorado

ARISTOCRAT RANCHETTES AREA, Colorado, United States

Overview

Kerr-McGee Onshore Gobbler Pump Station is a gas extraction facility in the Aristocrat Ranchettes Area, Colorado, USA. It is operational and supports natural gas production in Weld County.

Kerr-McGee Onshore Gobbler Pump Station is a gas extraction facility located in the Aristocrat Ranchettes Area, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's natural gas production infrastructure. It is situated in a county known for significant oil and gas activity, including the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction pump station, it is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, handling the movement of extracted gas from wells to processing or transmission systems. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. The Gobbler Pump Station contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County. Its operational status ensures continued support for gas gathering and processing in the area. The facility's location in a region with active oil and gas development underscores its role in meeting energy demands while operating under established safety and environmental regulations.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with extensive oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like the Aristocrat Ranchettes community necessitates careful management of operational risks, including potential emissions and noise. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use require adherence to environmental regulations to minimize impacts on air quality and local ecosystems.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in the Aristocrat Ranchettes Area, Weld County, Colorado, United States, near the town of Pierce.

It is a gas extraction pump station that handles natural gas and natural gas liquids, supporting production from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR Part 192), state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules, and federal environmental laws.

The facility is currently operational, indicating active gas extraction and processing activities.

These codes classify the facility's activities: 211111 covers crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, while 211130 covers natural gas liquid extraction, indicating involvement in both natural gas and NGL production.

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