Overview
KERR-MCGEE GATHERING -100 LATERAL CS is an operational gas pipeline in Dacono, Colorado, United States. It operates under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
KERR-MCGEE GATHERING -100 LATERAL CS is a gas pipeline facility located in Dacono, Colorado, within Weld County. The pipeline is operational and serves as part of the natural gas gathering infrastructure in the region, connecting production areas to processing or transmission systems. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gathering line, it is subject to specific requirements for design, construction, and maintenance to ensure safe transport of natural gas. This pipeline contributes to the energy supply chain in Colorado, a state with significant natural gas production. Its location in Weld County places it in a region with active oil and gas operations, supporting local energy needs and economic activity.
Environmental context
The pipeline is situated in an area with agricultural and residential land use near Dacono. Proximity to populated areas and waterways requires robust cathodic protection and leak detection systems to minimize environmental risks. The commodity transported (natural gas) poses potential hazards related to combustion and greenhouse gas emissions.
Frequently asked questions
The pipeline is located in Dacono, Colorado, United States, specifically in Weld County.
It is a natural gas gathering pipeline, designed to transport raw natural gas from production wells to processing facilities.
The pipeline is regulated by the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines.
Common safety measures include cathodic protection to prevent corrosion, regular leak detection surveys, and compliance with PHMSA's integrity management programs.
As a gathering line, it connects natural gas production sites in the Denver-Julesburg Basin to the broader pipeline network, supporting energy supply in Colorado.
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