KP Kauffman UPRR 42 PA Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

KP Kauffman UPRR 42 PA is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, indicating natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) provides additional state-level oversight. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically employ hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. As an operational gas extraction site, KP Kauffman UPRR 42 PA contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Weld County. Its proximity to Fort Lupton and other populated areas necessitates adherence to strict safety and environmental regulations to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transportation.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with a semi-arid climate and significant agricultural activity. Gas extraction operations in this region must manage potential impacts on air quality, water resources, and soil. Proximity to the South Platte River and urban areas like Fort Lupton requires careful monitoring of emissions and groundwater protection. The region is also subject to occasional seismic activity, which is a consideration for well integrity and pipeline safety.