Overview
Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #11132 is an operational gas extraction facility in Evans, Colorado, USA. It supports natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #11132 is a gas extraction facility located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and serves as a tank battery for collecting and processing natural gas from nearby wells. Its location in Weld County places it in one of the most active oil and gas producing regions in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and adheres to federal pipeline safety regulations under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192. As a tank battery, it typically includes separators, storage tanks, and associated piping to handle produced gas and liquids. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is part of the natural gas extraction sector. This facility contributes to the regional energy infrastructure, supporting local gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial use. Its proximity to Evans and the broader Front Range urban corridor highlights the intersection of energy production and populated areas, requiring careful operational and environmental management.
Environmental context
Located near Evans, Colorado, the facility operates in a semi-arid region with potential for ozone formation from volatile organic compounds. Proximity to the Front Range urban area raises considerations for air quality and community exposure. The facility's design and operations are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing emissions and ensuring safe handling of hydrocarbons.
Frequently asked questions
Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #11132 is located in Evans, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at SENW SEC 19 T5N R66W.
It is a gas extraction facility that collects and processes natural gas from nearby wells, operating as a tank battery with separators and storage tanks.
The operator is not publicly listed, but the facility is part of the Kerr-McGee portfolio, which is now under Oxy (Occidental Petroleum).
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and must comply with federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations under DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
The facility supports local energy supply and economic activity but requires careful management of emissions and safety due to its proximity to Evans and the Front Range urban area.
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