OGRIS OPERATING - AC 04-11 Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - AC 04-11 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17.6 miles west of Cokedale. The facility operates within the United States, a country with extensive natural gas infrastructure and stringent regulatory oversight. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, focusing on the production of raw natural gas from underground reservoirs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and adheres to DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical operations include drilling, well completion, and initial processing to separate gas from liquids and impurities. Located in a rural area of Colorado, the facility contributes to the regional energy supply and supports local economic activity. Its operational status is active, and it is part of the broader network of gas extraction sites in the Rocky Mountain region. The facility's environmental context involves managing emissions, water usage, and land disturbance, with compliance to state and federal environmental regulations.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density population. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate risk to communities. However, gas extraction operations involve potential risks such as methane leakage, groundwater contamination, and seismic activity from hydraulic fracturing. The area is subject to occasional drought and wildfire hazards, which could impact operations. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and adherence to federal standards help mitigate environmental impacts.