Overview
Kerr-McGee - X20352 36144527 Brattain L is a gas extraction facility located near Gilcrest, Colorado, USA. It operates in Weld County, a key region for natural gas production.
Kerr-McGee - X20352 36144527 Brattain L is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 3.4 miles north of Gilcrest, Colorado, in Weld County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's natural gas supply chain, contributing to 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 govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas industry, typical for the Denver-Julesburg Basin where Weld County is located. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction, respectively. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural areas and the South Platte River basin. Operations are subject to state and federal regulations regarding air emissions, water use, and well integrity. The facility's location in a seismically stable region reduces certain geological risks, but standard measures for methane leak detection and control are essential for minimizing environmental impact.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant agricultural activity and the South Platte River basin. Gas extraction operations here are subject to regulations on air quality, water management, and well integrity. The region experiences a semi-arid climate, and potential environmental concerns include methane emissions and groundwater protection. Proximity to populated areas like Gilcrest necessitates careful monitoring of operational safety.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 3.4 miles north of Gilcrest, Colorado, in Weld County, USA.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of natural gas and natural gas liquids.
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, water protection, and air emissions.
The facility is currently operational.
Key concerns include methane leakage, groundwater contamination, air quality impacts, and land use changes. Regulations aim to mitigate these through monitoring and best practices.
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