Texas American Res - Rosenbrock 2 Gas Extraction Facility, Commerce City, Colorado

Texas American Res - Rosenbrock 2 is a gas extraction facility located in Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado. The facility is operational and situated in the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a major oil and gas producing region. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream natural gas supply chain for the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. The NAICS codes 211112 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate its involvement in both extraction and processing. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, often associated with horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity in Commerce City, which hosts a mix of refineries and chemical plants. Its location in a populated area near Denver necessitates adherence to strict safety and environmental regulations to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transportation.

The facility is located in Commerce City, a densely populated area near Denver, Colorado. Proximity to residential zones and industrial sites increases the importance of robust safety measures. The region experiences occasional seismic activity, which can pose risks to gas infrastructure. Climate hazards such as wildfires and flooding may also affect operations. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules helps manage these environmental factors.