Gas Extraction Operational

KP Kauffman Coburn, Clementine UT#1, B-1 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

FORT LUPTON, Colorado, United States

Overview

KP Kauffman Coburn, Clementine UT#1, B-1 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, United States. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas region.

KP Kauffman Coburn, Clementine UT#1, B-1 is a gas extraction facility situated in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within Weld County. This facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, one of the most prolific oil and gas producing regions in the United States. The site is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction). Typical gas extraction operations in this region involve horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing to access tight gas formations. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural land and the South Platte River watershed. Operations are subject to state regulations on air emissions, water management, and well integrity. The facility's role in the local gas infrastructure supports energy needs while adhering to environmental compliance standards.

Environmental context

The facility is located in an agricultural area near the South Platte River, which is a critical water source for irrigation and municipal use. Gas extraction activities in this region are subject to Colorado's stringent regulations on methane emissions, water recycling, and seismic monitoring. The area experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks that could impact operations.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, United States, in Weld County. The specific address is NENW 28 T2N R66W, Fort Lupton, CO 80621.

It is a gas extraction facility, classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction). It is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin.

The facility is currently operational, contributing to natural gas production in the region.

Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Rules cover well construction, water management, air emissions, and seismic monitoring.

Operations are subject to state regulations to minimize impacts on air quality, water resources, and local ecosystems. The area's agricultural and riparian environments require careful management of emissions and water use.

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