KP Kauffman Yurk, Norman 1 & 2 Gas Extraction Facility, Fort Lupton, Colorado

KP Kauffman Yurk, Norman 1 & 2 is a gas extraction facility located in Fort Lupton, Colorado, within Weld County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas production landscape of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a key area for oil and gas activity in 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 governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, covering natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. The facility's scale is typical for the region, which is characterized by extensive horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations. The environmental context includes proximity to populated areas like Fort Lupton and the broader Front Range urban corridor. Operations are subject to state and federal regulations addressing air emissions, water management, and seismic activity. The facility's role in the local gas grid supports energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in Colorado.

The facility is located in Weld County, Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas activity. Proximity to the Front Range urban corridor raises considerations for air quality and community exposure. Operations are subject to Colorado's stringent regulations on methane emissions and water use, as well as federal oversight under the Clean Air Act and Safe Drinking Water Act.