Gas Extraction Operational

KP Kauffman - Lansdown-Legg Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

FORT LUPTON, Colorado, United States

Overview

KP Kauffman - Lansdown-Legg 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 - Lansdown-Legg is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, 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 DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, separators, and gathering lines typical of the sector. The NAICS codes 211112 and 211130 indicate natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. Located in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, this facility supports the broader gas supply network serving residential, commercial, and industrial users in Colorado. Its operational status ensures ongoing contribution to energy security and local economic activity.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in an agricultural and semi-rural area near Fort Lupton, with proximity to the South Platte River. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to state and federal regulations addressing air emissions, water management, and land use. The area experiences occasional seismic activity, though risks are managed through standard engineering practices.

Frequently asked questions

KP Kauffman - Lansdown-Legg is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at SE SE SECT 21 T2N R66W.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130.

Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.

Gas extraction can affect air quality, water resources, and land use. Facilities like this one must comply with environmental permits and best practices to minimize impacts.

Gas extraction supplies natural gas for power generation, heating, and industrial use, supporting grid reliability and energy independence.

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