"This analysis addresses each of the proposed regulatory amendments, and provides information on its purpose, its anticipated benefits and costs, the persons affected, and certain alternatives."

The Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) encourages public understanding and discussion of oil and gas development, and takes it regulatory role to protect the public and the environment - including ground and surface water - very seriously.

The mission of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission ("Commission") is to foster the responsible development of Colorado's oil and gas natural resources. In Colorado, this means that the development of these natural resources must be consistent with protection of public health, safety, and welfare, including the environment and wildlife resources, at all times.

Two recent stories in The Denver Post on Sept. 12 and a longer version on Sept. 13 focused on spills and releases associated with Colorado's oil and gas industry. The Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission believes it's critical to responsibly address spills, releases, and other impacts to the environment and that such work is key to our mission to balance a thriving industry with protection of our air, land, water and health.

This document summarizes Colorado regulations pertaining to surface owner notification and consultation. It also covers the reclamation of land disturbed by oil and gas activity.

Publications list of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.