OGRIS OPERATING - 3-0004267 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - 3-0004267 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 17.4 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Typical gas extraction facilities in this region involve well pads, gathering lines, and processing equipment to separate natural gas from crude oil and natural gas liquids. Located in a rural area of southeastern Colorado, the facility contributes to the regional gas supply. Its operational status and compliance with federal and state regulations ensure safe extraction practices. The facility's proximity to the Raton Basin, a known coalbed methane and conventional gas producing area, underscores its role in local energy infrastructure.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado with low population density, reducing immediate exposure to populated areas. However, gas extraction activities can pose risks related to groundwater contamination, air emissions, and seismic events. The area is subject to occasional drought and wildfire risks, which may impact operations. Regulatory oversight by PHMSA and COGCC addresses these environmental concerns through well construction standards and emission controls.