OGRIS OPERATING - AC 04-09 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - AC 04-09 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17.7 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas value chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. The NAICS codes associated with the facility (211111 and 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. These codes reflect the typical activities at such sites in Colorado, a state with significant natural gas production. The environmental context of the facility includes its location in a rural area of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and proximity to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The facility's operations are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing impacts on air quality, water resources, and local ecosystems. Its role in the regional gas grid supports energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with a semi-arid climate and low population density. The surrounding landscape includes grasslands and agricultural areas, with potential ecological sensitivity to air emissions and water usage. Regulatory oversight from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the EPA ensures compliance with environmental standards for gas extraction operations.