Oil and Gas

News, Data & Updates 

  • LATEST DRAFT OF BROOMFIELD"S OIL AND GAS REGULATIONS

    Broomfield has been revising its oil and gas regulations. Here are links to the latest redline and clean versions of the regulations. You can provide comments on these draft regulations by emailing oilandgas@broomfield.org. First Reading of the draft regulations at a City Council meeting is currently scheduled for April 27th and second reading is currently scheduled for the May 11th City Council meeting. View the public notice for the final draft of the oil and gas regulations.

  • 2/11/2021: The City and County of Broomfield has been informed that Extraction Oil and Gas intends to resume drilling operations in Broomfield in 2021. Specific plans, sites, or schedules have not been provided, although requested repeatedly, as this information is needed to best deploy air quality monitoring equipment and other resources available. The City and County of Broomfield remains committed to prioritizing the health and safety of residents and the community. More information will be provided when possible.

  • Please see an FAQ document on the Extraction bankruptcy here.
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Inspection Program

Maps of all oil and gas operations including inspection data can be found below.

  • Map of all oil and gas operations in Broomfield
  • Map & schedule of pads currently being developed

Transparency 

The City and County of Broomfield is committed to providing responsive and effective leadership by supporting open, transparent and accountable government. Please use the following links for updated operational information.

State Agencies with Jurisdiction

Note The Local Government Designee is notified by the State anytime a permit for oil and gas activity is requested within the City and County of Broomfield.