EXTRACTION O&G - PARD, INC 3 - Gas Extraction Facility in Commerce City, Colorado

EXTRACTION O&G - PARD, INC 3 is a gas extraction facility located in Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado. It operates within the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211112 and 211130, covering natural gas liquid extraction and natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region use hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. The site's operational status indicates active production, contributing to the local natural gas supply chain. Located near the Denver metropolitan area, the facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demand. Its proximity to urban infrastructure requires adherence to stringent safety and environmental protocols. The extraction activities support downstream processing and distribution networks that serve residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

The facility is situated in an area with a semi-arid climate and proximity to the South Platte River. Local environmental considerations include potential impacts on air quality from volatile organic compounds and methane emissions, as well as water usage and disposal from hydraulic fracturing operations. The region is subject to periodic drought conditions, making water management a key concern. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment addresses these issues through permitting and monitoring requirements.