Overview
CITY & COUNTY OF DENVER - BOX ELDER J is a gas extraction facility in Commerce City, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
CITY & COUNTY OF DENVER - BOX ELDER J is a gas extraction facility located in Commerce City, Colorado, within Adams County. The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. It operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211112, 211130) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, natural gas liquid extraction, and natural gas extraction. As a gas extraction plant, it likely employs conventional drilling and production techniques typical of the region. The facility is operational and contributes to the local gas supply infrastructure. This facility plays a role in the broader gas infrastructure network serving the Denver metropolitan area. Its location in Commerce City places it near industrial zones and populated areas, necessitating adherence to safety and environmental regulations. The plant supports regional energy needs and economic activity in Colorado's energy sector.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Commerce City, Colorado, an area with a mix of industrial and residential zones. Proximity to populated areas requires careful management of emissions and safety risks. The region experiences occasional seismic activity, which is a factor in pipeline integrity management. Climate hazards such as wildfires and flooding may also pose risks to gas infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Commerce City, Colorado, USA, in Adams County.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the extraction of natural gas and natural gas liquids.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline design, construction, and operation.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small well sites to large processing plants. The Denver-Julesburg Basin hosts numerous operations with varying capacities.
It extracts natural gas that feeds into the regional pipeline network, supporting energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the Denver area.
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