Kerr-McGee X12050 34003664 Zitting 13- Gas Extraction Facility, Firestone Area, Colorado

Kerr-McGee X12050 34003664 Zitting 13- is a gas extraction facility located in the Firestone Area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant oil and gas activity, particularly within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often associated with horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing techniques. The environmental context of this facility includes proximity to populated areas such as Firestone, which raises considerations regarding community safety and emissions. Colorado has implemented stringent methane emission regulations, and facilities are subject to state-level air quality permits. The facility's role in the local gas grid contributes to energy supply for the region, but also necessitates careful management of operational risks.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with high density of oil and gas operations. Proximity to residential areas in Firestone requires adherence to setback regulations and monitoring of air emissions. Colorado's regulatory framework includes methane leak detection and repair programs, and facilities must comply with state air quality permits. Seismic activity in the region is low, but the area is prone to occasional tornadoes and severe weather, which could pose operational risks.