KP KAUFFMAN GERHARDT, MARIE B #1-9 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton Area, Colorado

KP Kauffman Gerhardt, Marie B #1-9 is a gas extraction facility located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, which is a key component of the United States' energy infrastructure. Weld County is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas operations. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region use hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. This facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs. The environmental context includes proximity to agricultural areas and the South Platte River, requiring careful management of water resources and emissions to minimize local impacts.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and urban land uses. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, and water availability is a key environmental consideration for gas extraction operations. Proximity to the South Platte River and groundwater resources necessitates adherence to state and federal regulations for water protection and waste management.