KP Kauffman McQueary/Elaine Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

KP Kauffman McQueary/Elaine is a gas extraction facility situated in the Fort Lupton area of Weld County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating its role in the upstream gas sector. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's location in Weld County places it in a region with significant gas infrastructure, including gathering lines and processing plants. As a gas extraction facility, KP Kauffman McQueary/Elaine contributes to the local energy supply chain. Its proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton necessitates adherence to safety and environmental standards. The facility's role in the regional gas grid supports residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in northern Colorado.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a mix of agricultural and urban land uses. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to environmental regulations addressing air emissions, water management, and land disturbance. Proximity to the South Platte River and groundwater resources requires careful monitoring to prevent contamination. The area experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks that can impact infrastructure.