KP Kauffman Hlodky-O'Goramn 3 & 4 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

KP Kauffman Hlodky-O'Goramn 3 & 4 is a gas extraction facility located in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado. The facility operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream natural gas infrastructure that supplies the broader US energy grid. 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 integrity. The NAICS code 211130 indicates it is involved in natural gas extraction, a sector that typically includes wellhead operations, separation, and initial processing. In Colorado, gas extraction facilities are subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) regarding well spacing, emissions, and water management. The facility's location in Weld County places it in a region with significant agricultural and urban interfaces. The proximity to populated areas requires adherence to setback requirements and monitoring for potential impacts. The facility contributes to local energy supply and economic activity, while operating within a mature regulatory environment designed to manage risks associated with gas extraction.

The facility is situated in an area with a mix of agricultural land and residential communities, requiring careful management of emissions, noise, and water use. Colorado's semi-arid climate and occasional drought conditions heighten the importance of water conservation in extraction operations. The region is also subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and the facility must comply with state regulations for induced seismicity monitoring.