Overview
Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #62218 is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #62218 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional gas infrastructure in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a key area for natural 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 govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a tank battery, it collects and processes natural gas from nearby wells, typically involving separation, storage, and initial treatment before transport. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and supports the broader gas grid in Colorado. Its location in Weld County places it within a region with significant oil and gas activity, serving both industrial and residential energy needs.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with moderate seismic activity and a semi-arid climate. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires careful management of emissions and safety protocols. The region's gas extraction operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations to mitigate impacts on air quality and water resources.
Frequently asked questions
Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #62218 is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.078102, -104.837036.
It is a gas extraction facility that collects and processes natural gas from wells, including separation, storage, and initial treatment before transport.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level environmental and safety rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
A tank battery is a collection of tanks and equipment used to store and process crude oil or natural gas from multiple wells, often including separators, heaters, and storage tanks.
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