KP KAUFFMAN - STREAR, SID Gas Extraction Facility, Firestone, Colorado

KP Kauffman - Strear, Sid is a gas extraction facility situated in Weld County, Colorado, approximately 2.5 miles east of Firestone. The facility is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region in the United States. It 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 gas transmission. The facility's NAICS code 211130 indicates it is engaged in natural gas extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region involve well pads, gathering lines, and processing equipment. The regulatory context ensures compliance with safety standards for operating pressure, pipeline integrity, and environmental protection. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County, which is one of the most productive oil and gas regions in the United States. Its proximity to Firestone underscores the importance of safety and environmental monitoring in areas where gas infrastructure intersects with populated communities.

The facility is located in an area with moderate seismic activity and is subject to Colorado's climate, which includes occasional severe weather events such as tornadoes and blizzards. Proximity to populated areas like Firestone necessitates robust safety measures to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and pipeline operations. The region's semi-arid environment requires careful water management for drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations.