Risk: Medium Gas Extraction Operational

KERR-MCGEE - X11518 34002766 BURCH/ROCKY Gas Extraction Facility, Firestone, Colorado

FIRESTONE, Colorado, United States

Overview

KERR-MCGEE - X11518 34002766 BURCH/ROCKY is a gas extraction facility in Firestone, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.

KERR-MCGEE - X11518 34002766 BURCH/ROCKY is a gas extraction facility located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves the local gas infrastructure network, contributing to the region's energy supply. Its location in the Denver-Julesburg Basin places it within a major oil and gas producing area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader natural gas supply chain, which includes gathering lines, processing plants, and transmission pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. This facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demands and supporting local economic activity. Its operational status ensures continued contribution to the gas grid, while adherence to federal safety standards helps mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transport. The facility's location in a seismically stable area reduces certain environmental hazards.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in an area with moderate population density, requiring careful management of operational risks such as gas leaks or pressure incidents. The region experiences occasional seismic activity, though generally low, and is subject to climate hazards like tornadoes and severe storms. Proximity to residential areas in Firestone necessitates robust safety protocols and emergency response planning.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Firestone, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at SWNW SEC 1 T2N R68W.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, contributing to the local energy supply.

The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas transmission and distribution.

It is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin production network, supplying gas to gathering systems and processing plants for distribution.

Operators must manage methane emissions, water usage, and seismic risks, following state and federal environmental guidelines.

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