Matrix Energy, LLC - Boxelder 27-2 Gas Extraction Facility, Commerce City, Colorado

Matrix Energy, LLC - Boxelder 27-2 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, indicating natural gas extraction and oil and gas field services. The facility is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas gathering and transmission. As a gas extraction site, it likely includes wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines typical of the region. The Denver-Julesburg Basin is known for its tight gas and oil formations, with many wells producing from the Niobrara and Codell formations. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply for the Front Range urban corridor, including the Denver metropolitan area. Its location near Commerce City places it in proximity to industrial and residential areas, requiring adherence to safety and environmental regulations. The facility's role in the local energy infrastructure supports heating, power generation, and industrial use.

The facility is situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a region with semi-arid climate and potential for drought. Proximity to the South Platte River and urban areas necessitates careful management of emissions and water use. The area is subject to seismic activity from induced seismicity related to wastewater injection, though gas extraction itself has lower risk. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and EPA ensures compliance with air and water quality standards.