Gas Extraction Operational

KP Kauffman Johnson Rolland Unit D #1 - Gas Extraction Facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado

FORT LUPTON, Colorado, United States

Overview

KP Kauffman Johnson Rolland Unit D #1 is an operational gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

KP Kauffman Johnson Rolland Unit D #1 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, USA. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's natural gas production, contributing to the local energy supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas infrastructure. Gas extraction facilities in Colorado typically involve drilling and production operations, with varying capacities depending on the well characteristics. This facility is part of the broader gas infrastructure network in Weld County, an area with significant oil and gas activity. Its operational status supports local energy needs and contributes to the regional economy, while adhering to federal and state safety standards.

Environmental context

The facility is located in an area with moderate population density near Fort Lupton. Gas extraction operations can involve risks related to groundwater protection and air emissions. The region is subject to seismic activity, though generally low, and climate hazards such as severe storms. Proximity to populated areas necessitates careful monitoring of operational safety and environmental compliance.

Frequently asked questions

KP Kauffman Johnson Rolland Unit D #1 is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, USA, at coordinates 40.150756, -104.817686.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs, contributing to the local energy supply.

Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).

Risks include potential leaks, groundwater contamination, air emissions, and proximity to populated areas. Operational safety measures and regulatory compliance help mitigate these risks.

It is part of the extensive network of gas extraction sites in the United States, supplying natural gas to processing plants and pipelines that serve residential, commercial, and industrial consumers.

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