Overview
KERR-MCGEE - UPRR 50 PAN AM J 1 PUMP is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton Area, Colorado, United States. It supports natural gas production in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
KERR-MCGEE - UPRR 50 PAN AM J 1 PUMP is a gas extraction facility located in the Fort Lupton Area of Weld County, Colorado. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, situated within the prolific Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing area. The facility operates under U.S. regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas gathering and transmission. It is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating a focus on both gas and associated liquids extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small wellhead sites to larger central processing plants. As part of Colorado's gas infrastructure, this facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets. The Denver-Julesburg Basin has seen significant development, and facilities like this support energy needs while operating under state and federal environmental regulations. The facility's location in Weld County places it in an area with active oil and gas operations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with extensive oil and gas development. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires adherence to setback regulations and emission controls. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and gas extraction operations must manage water usage and potential impacts on local air quality. Seismic risk in the area is low, but operational practices focus on preventing leaks and minimizing surface disturbance.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in the Fort Lupton Area of Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.067569, -104.751524.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility operates under U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state oil and gas rules.
The facility is listed as Operational.
The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region in Colorado, with extensive infrastructure for gas extraction and processing, supporting local and national energy supply.
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