AMOCO PRODUCTION CO BIBER FIELD - Gas Extraction Facility near Cokedale, Colorado

AMOCO PRODUCTION CO BIBER FIELD is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 11 miles northwest of Cokedale. The facility is situated in a region known for its natural gas production and operates within the United States' regulatory framework for gas infrastructure. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both gas extraction and processing. As a gas extraction plant, it is subject to federal pipeline safety regulations administered by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and detailed in 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines. The Biber Field facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond. Its operational status as an active extraction site underscores its role in the local energy infrastructure, with potential downstream impacts on gas processing and distribution systems.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas and seismic activity in the Rocky Mountain region are relevant environmental considerations. The facility's operations are subject to environmental regulations that address air emissions, water usage, and land disturbance associated with gas extraction.