OGRIS OPERATING - AC 04-01 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - AC 04-01 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 13.9 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and falls under the NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). As part of the United States' gas infrastructure, it contributes to the country's energy supply. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's location in a rural area suggests typical operational practices for gas extraction in the region. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can impact local air quality and water resources. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing production, contributing to the regional gas supply chain and local economy.

The facility is located in a rural, semi-arid area of southern Colorado, with low population density. Gas extraction operations in this region may affect local air quality through emissions and water resources through hydraulic fracturing or produced water management. The area's climate and seismic activity are generally stable, but operational practices must adhere to state and federal environmental regulations to mitigate potential impacts.