Gas Extraction Operational

KERR-MCGEE - X20062 36216495 GEE 26C 15N Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

FORT LUPTON, 2.1 MI NW OF, Colorado, United States

Overview

KERR-MCGEE - X20062 36216495 GEE 26C 15N is an operational gas extraction facility located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

KERR-MCGEE - X20062 36216495 GEE 26C 15N is a gas extraction facility located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant natural gas production, particularly from the Denver-Julesburg Basin. As part of the United States gas infrastructure, it contributes to the country's energy supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. While specific technical specifications such as capacity are not detailed, typical gas extraction facilities in this region employ hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling technologies to access tight gas formations. The facility's NAICS codes (211112 and 211130) indicate involvement in natural gas extraction and support activities. Environmentally, the facility's location in Weld County places it within an area with moderate seismic activity and exposure to climate hazards such as tornadoes and severe storms. The proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates adherence to stringent safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transportation. The facility plays a role in the local economy and energy grid, supporting downstream processing and distribution.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with moderate seismic risk and exposure to severe weather events such as tornadoes and hailstorms. The proximity to Fort Lupton and other communities requires careful management of operational risks, including well integrity and methane emissions. The region's semi-arid climate and agricultural land use also necessitate responsible water management practices for hydraulic fracturing operations.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located near Fort Lupton, Colorado, in Weld County, United States, at coordinates 40.128902 N, -104.832230 W.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs, likely using hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling techniques common in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192), state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules, and federal environmental laws such as the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act.

Environmental risks include groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing fluids, methane emissions, induced seismicity, and surface spills. Proper well construction and monitoring are required to mitigate these risks.

The facility supplies natural gas to the regional pipeline network, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in Colorado and beyond. It also contributes to local employment and tax revenue.

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