Gas Extraction Operational

KP Kauffman Vincent, Rollie J #3 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

FORT LUPTON, Colorado, United States

Overview

KP Kauffman Vincent, Rollie J #3 is a gas extraction facility in Fort Lupton, Colorado, operating under US PHMSA and DOT regulations. It is part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin's active gas infrastructure.

KP Kauffman Vincent, Rollie J #3 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the broader energy needs of the United States. 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 operations. As a gas extraction site, it utilizes standard industry practices for wellhead operations and gas processing. The Denver-Julesburg Basin is a major oil and gas producing region, with extensive infrastructure for gas gathering and transmission. This facility plays a role in the local energy grid, supplying natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial users in the Front Range area. Its location in Weld County places it within a region with significant gas production activity, supporting energy security and economic development in Colorado.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in an area with a semi-arid climate and proximity to agricultural lands and 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 site's location in a populated county requires careful monitoring of operational safety and environmental impact.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located in Fort Lupton, Weld County, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 40.145995, -104.836889.

It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from wells in the Denver-Julesburg Basin.

The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, along with Colorado state oil and gas rules.

Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated to manage air emissions, water use, and land disturbance. Operators must comply with state and federal environmental standards.

Gas extraction facilities like this one supply natural gas to the national grid, supporting power generation, heating, and industrial processes.

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