Great Western - Box Elder Farms 32-35 Gas Extraction Facility, Commerce City Area, Colorado

Great Western - Box Elder Farms 32-35 is a gas extraction facility located in the Commerce City Area of 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 significant oil and gas producing region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction). The facility's scale is typical for the region, contributing to local gas supply. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas in Commerce City and potential impacts on air quality and water resources. The facility's role in the gas supply chain supports energy needs for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region. Ongoing operations adhere to state and federal environmental regulations.

The facility is situated near the South Platte River and within an area with mixed industrial and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas requires careful management of emissions and noise. Colorado's regulatory framework includes air quality permits and groundwater monitoring to mitigate environmental impacts from gas extraction activities.