Overview
Kerr-McGee - X10606 34002309 Getz Helmer is an operational gas extraction facility located 1.5 miles southwest of Fort Lupton, Colorado. It operates in Weld County, a key region for natural gas production in the United States.
Kerr-McGee - X10606 34002309 Getz Helmer is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 1.5 miles southwest of Fort Lupton. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas value chain, typical of the Denver-Julesburg Basin where Weld County is a major producer. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton and potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. The site's location in a seismically stable region reduces certain risks, but operational practices must align with state and federal regulations to ensure safe extraction and minimal environmental disturbance.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an agricultural and residential area near Fort Lupton, Colorado. Proximity to populated areas necessitates careful management of emissions and noise. The region's semi-arid climate and reliance on groundwater resources require adherence to water protection standards during extraction activities.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located 1.5 miles southwest of Fort Lupton, in Weld County, Colorado, United States.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs, contributing to the regional energy supply.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA, with rules covering well construction, emissions, and water protection.
Common concerns include air emissions (methane, VOCs), water contamination risks, noise, and traffic impacts. Operators must follow best practices to minimize these effects.
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