Overview
KERR-MCGEE - X20565 36159325 UPRC H17-99 is a gas extraction facility located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 6.7 miles southeast of Gilcrest. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
KERR-MCGEE - X20565 36159325 UPRC H17-99 is an operational gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, about 6.7 miles southeast of Gilcrest. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the United States. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, focusing on the initial recovery of natural gas from underground reservoirs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, specifically the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe transportation of natural gas. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate that this facility is involved in both natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region vary in capacity, with many supporting the extensive network of pipelines that transport gas to processing plants and end users. Located in a region with significant agricultural and industrial activity, the facility contributes to the local energy infrastructure. Its proximity to populated areas like Gilcrest and the broader Front Range urban corridor necessitates adherence to strict safety and environmental standards. The facility's role in the gas extraction sector supports regional energy demands and economic activity in Weld County.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural land and growing residential communities. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing environmental impact, including air quality controls and water management practices. The proximity to the South Platte River and groundwater resources requires careful monitoring to prevent contamination. Seismic activity in Colorado is generally low, but the region experiences occasional induced seismicity related to oil and gas operations, which is monitored by regulatory bodies.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 6.7 miles southeast of Gilcrest, at SWSW SEC 16 T3N R65W.
It is a gas extraction facility that recovers natural gas from underground reservoirs, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines.
The facility is subject to state and federal environmental regulations, including air quality controls and water management practices, to minimize impact on nearby agricultural and residential areas.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado vary widely in capacity, with many in the Denver-Julesburg Basin producing from a few million to over 100 million cubic feet per day, depending on the well and reservoir characteristics.
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