BAYSWATER E&P - BOX ELDER 27-1 BATTERY Gas Extraction Facility in Commerce City Area, Colorado

BAYSWATER E&P - BOX ELDER 27-1 BATTERY is a gas extraction facility located in Commerce City Area, Adams County, Colorado, United States. The facility is operational and serves as part of the regional natural gas supply infrastructure. Its location in the Denver-Julesburg Basin places it within a major oil and gas producing region. 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 gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction battery, it likely includes separation, dehydration, and metering equipment typical for wellhead processing. The NAICS code 211130 indicates support activities for oil and gas operations. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply chain in Colorado, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity. Its proximity to the Denver metropolitan area highlights the intersection of energy infrastructure with populated regions, necessitating robust safety and environmental management practices.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region with low annual precipitation. Proximity to the Denver metropolitan area increases the potential for population exposure to emissions or accidental releases. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though generally low risk. Local air quality regulations under the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment apply to gas extraction operations.