Overview
US Exploration Box Elder is a gas extraction facility in Commerce City, Colorado, operating under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations. It serves the Denver-Julesburg Basin, a key natural gas producing region.
US Exploration Box Elder is a gas extraction facility located in Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado, within the Denver-Julesburg Basin. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, supporting local energy infrastructure. 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 governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. Located near the urban area of Commerce City, the facility's proximity to populated areas necessitates adherence to stringent safety and environmental standards. Its operations support the broader gas infrastructure network in Colorado, contributing to energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region with low annual precipitation, which can influence water management practices. Proximity to the South Platte River and urban areas requires careful monitoring of emissions and potential impacts on local air quality and groundwater. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though risks are generally low for gas extraction operations.
Frequently asked questions
US Exploration Box Elder is located in Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado, United States, at Section 23, Township 1 South, Range 65 West.
US Exploration Box Elder is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating within the Denver-Julesburg Basin.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with PHMSA pipeline safety regulations, DOT 49 CFR Part 192, and state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
Gas extraction facilities vary widely in capacity, but typical operations in the Denver-Julesburg Basin can produce from a few million to over 100 million cubic feet per day, depending on well count and reservoir characteristics.
The facility supplies natural gas to the local grid, supporting residential heating, industrial processes, and power generation in the Denver metropolitan area.
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