Overview
Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #62301 is an operational gas extraction facility in Firestone, Colorado, USA. It serves the local energy infrastructure under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #62301 is a gas extraction facility located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, supporting the broader energy supply chain in the Denver-Julesburg Basin. As a gas extraction site, 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. The facility's NAICS code 211130 indicates it is part of the natural gas extraction industry, typical for the region's oil and gas activities. The facility plays a role in the local gas infrastructure network, processing and transferring extracted gas. Its location in Weld County places it within an area with significant hydrocarbon production, contributing to energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in Colorado and beyond.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an area with moderate seismic activity and a semi-arid climate. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone requires adherence to safety protocols for gas extraction operations. The region's industrial mix includes agriculture and energy production, necessitating careful management of emissions and land use to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
Kerr-McGee Tank Battery #62301 is located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at NW NW SEC 5 T2N R67W.
It is a gas extraction facility that processes and transfers natural gas from wells, contributing to the local energy supply.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
The facility supports energy production for the region but requires careful management of safety and environmental impacts due to its proximity to Firestone.
Facilities in this basin range from small tank batteries to large processing plants, with capacities varying widely based on well productivity and infrastructure.
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