Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #62293 - Gas Extraction Facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado

Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #62293 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. As a tank battery, it collects and processes natural gas from nearby wells, playing a role in the local gas infrastructure. The facility operates under U.S. regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas gathering and transmission. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) oversees drilling and production. The NAICS code 211130 indicates natural gas extraction, typical for facilities of this scale in the region. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton and potential impacts on air quality and water resources. The facility's location in Weld County, which has high seismic activity from induced seismicity, requires monitoring. Overall, it contributes to the regional gas supply chain, supporting local energy needs.

The facility is located in an area with moderate population density, requiring adherence to setback regulations and emission controls. Colorado's regulatory framework includes methane detection and leak repair programs. The region experiences induced seismicity from oil and gas operations, necessitating monitoring and mitigation measures.