Overview
KP Kauffman Murphy 31-3 is an operational gas extraction facility in Bennett, Colorado, United States. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
KP Kauffman Murphy 31-3 is a gas extraction facility located in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the local and national energy market. 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 integrity. As a gas extraction site, it is part of a broader network of wells and processing infrastructure typical of Colorado's Denver-Julesburg Basin, known for its natural gas production. The environmental context includes proximity to populated areas and exposure to potential seismic and climate hazards. The facility's role in the gas grid supports energy distribution and community service, with downstream impacts on residential and industrial consumers.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with potential seismic activity and climate hazards such as tornadoes and wildfires. Proximity to populated areas requires careful management of operational risks, including pressure control and leak detection, to ensure safety and environmental protection.
Frequently asked questions
KP Kauffman Murphy 31-3 is located in Bennett, Adams County, Colorado, United States, at NESE 31 T4S R63W.
KP Kauffman Murphy 31-3 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from underground reservoirs.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-specific rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
Gas extraction facilities in the Denver-Julesburg Basin vary in scale, but many are medium-sized operations with multiple wells and gathering pipelines.
The facility supplies natural gas to the local grid, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs in the Bennett area and beyond.
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