Gas Extraction Operational

KP Kauffman Deepe, Carl C 1-4 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

FORT LUPTON, Colorado, United States

Overview

KP Kauffman Deepe, Carl C 1-4 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

KP Kauffman Deepe, Carl C 1-4 is a gas extraction facility situated in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, within the United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, which is a key component of the local energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader network of wells and processing plants that supply natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial users in Colorado and beyond. The environmental context includes proximity to populated areas in Fort Lupton and the surrounding agricultural region. The facility's operations are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing impacts on air quality, water resources, and local ecosystems. Its role in the gas supply chain supports energy needs while adhering to safety and environmental standards.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and urban land uses. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with potential for drought and occasional severe weather. Gas extraction activities here are regulated to manage emissions, water usage, and land disturbance, with oversight from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission and the EPA.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.121829, -104.879186.

It is a gas extraction facility, involved in the production of natural gas.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and must comply with federal regulations such as DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety and PHMSA standards.

The facility is currently operational.

Gas extraction can affect air quality, water resources, and land use. Facilities must follow environmental regulations to minimize these impacts, including emissions controls and water management practices.

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