Overview
KP Kauffman Hart, Martin B 1 & 2 is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
KP Kauffman Hart, Martin B 1 & 2 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, within the United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. The facility's scale is typical for the region, which is known for significant oil and gas production. The environmental context includes proximity to populated areas in Fort Lupton and exposure to seismic and climate hazards common to the Rocky Mountain region. The facility plays a role in local energy supply and economic activity, supporting downstream gas processing and distribution networks.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with active oil and gas development. Proximity to Fort Lupton and other communities raises considerations for operational safety and emissions management. The region experiences variable climate conditions, including potential for extreme weather events, which can impact infrastructure integrity. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA addresses these risks through pipeline safety standards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at coordinates 40.107413, -104.860578.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, contributing to the energy supply in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for pipeline design, construction, and operation.
Gas extraction in Weld County involves considerations such as air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance. Facilities are subject to state and federal environmental regulations to mitigate impacts.
It is part of the extensive natural gas production network in Colorado, supplying gas to processing plants and pipelines that serve regional and national markets.
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