FOUNDATION ENERGY-HIRSCH 2 & 1-20 Gas Extraction Facility, Commerce City, Colorado

FOUNDATION ENERGY-HIRSCH 2 & 1-20 is a gas extraction facility located in Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado, within the United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the Denver metropolitan area and broader markets. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). It is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), indicating a focus on both gas extraction and natural gas liquids recovery. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado employ hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access tight gas formations. As part of the Denver-Julesburg Basin, this facility plays a role in meeting regional energy demand. Its proximity to Commerce City, an industrial hub, highlights the integration of gas extraction with local infrastructure. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing contributions to the natural gas grid, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial consumers.

The facility is situated in an area with moderate seismic risk and exposure to occasional severe weather events typical of the Colorado Front Range. Proximity to populated areas in Commerce City and Denver necessitates adherence to strict setback and emission control regulations. The region's semi-arid climate requires careful water management for extraction operations, with regulatory oversight from the COGCC on water use and disposal.