Gas Extraction Operational

KERR-MCGEE - X20529 36112878 SCHOMBER 35 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton Area, Colorado

FORT LUPTON AREA, Colorado, United States

Overview

KERR-MCGEE - X20529 36112878 SCHOMBER 35 is an operational gas extraction facility near Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.

KERR-MCGEE - X20529 36112878 SCHOMBER 35 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, near the Fort Lupton area. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for significant oil and gas activity 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, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes associated with this facility (211111, 211112, 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, natural gas liquid extraction, and natural gas extraction activities. In Colorado, gas extraction facilities are subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) in addition to federal oversight. The facility is located in a rural area northwest of Fort Lupton, with proximity to agricultural lands and the South Platte River corridor. Its operational status contributes to the regional energy supply, supporting local industrial and residential demand. The site's location in Weld County places it within a region with high density of oil and gas infrastructure, which is a key economic driver for the area.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in the South Platte River basin, an area with mixed agricultural and industrial land use. Potential environmental considerations include groundwater protection due to hydraulic fracturing activities and methane emissions management. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, which can influence water usage and dust control measures. Proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton requires adherence to setback regulations and emission controls to minimize community impact.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, near the Fort Lupton area, at NWNW SEC 22 T2N R66W, with coordinates 40.125477, -104.770470.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111, 211112, and 211130.

The facility is subject to US federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state regulations from the COGCC.

Potential impacts include groundwater concerns, methane emissions, and land use changes. Operators must follow state and federal guidelines for well construction, water management, and air quality controls.

As a gas extraction site, it supplies raw natural gas to processing plants and pipelines, contributing to the energy supply for Colorado and the broader US market.

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