Overview
Kerr-McGee - X20107 36299754 Ranchview is a gas extraction facility in Dacono, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations. It is located in Weld County, a key area for natural gas production.
Kerr-McGee - X20107 36299754 Ranchview is a gas extraction facility located in Dacono, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the broader Denver-Julesburg Basin. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas value chain. 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. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical operations at such facilities include wellhead compression, separation, and metering. Located in an area with significant oil and gas activity, the facility supports local energy infrastructure and economic development. Its proximity to Dacono and other communities necessitates adherence to safety and environmental standards to manage risks associated with gas extraction, such as emissions and groundwater protection.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, a region with extensive oil and gas development. The local environment includes semi-arid plains and agricultural lands. Gas extraction activities can impact air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and water resources through potential groundwater contamination. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission and federal agencies aims to mitigate these risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Dacono, Colorado, United States, in Weld County.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of natural gas and natural gas liquids.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado vary from small well sites to large multi-well pads. The Denver-Julesburg Basin hosts numerous operations with varying capacities.
Gas extraction can affect air quality through emissions and water resources through potential contamination. Regulatory measures aim to minimize these impacts.
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