OGRIS OPERATING - AC 03-11 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - AC 03-11 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 14.9 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 the upstream gas sector. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is part of a region with significant natural gas production, often associated with the Raton Basin. Typical operations involve drilling, well completion, and initial processing of natural gas. This facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting downstream processing and distribution. Its location in a rural area of Colorado reflects the typical siting of gas extraction operations away from densely populated zones. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing activity in the region's gas sector.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and scrubland. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing immediate risk to communities. However, gas extraction activities can pose risks related to groundwater contamination and air emissions. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, which may affect well integrity. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state agencies helps mitigate these risks.