OGRIS OPERATING - AC 05-09 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - AC 05-09 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 19 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. Its location in the Raton Basin, a known coalbed methane and conventional gas producing area, places it within a significant energy corridor in the western United States. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and must comply with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it typically involves wellheads, gathering lines, and separation equipment. The NAICS codes suggest involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction (211111) and natural gas liquid extraction (211130). The scale of operations is consistent with medium-sized gas extraction facilities in the region. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure risks. However, the presence of aging infrastructure and potential for methane leakage are sector-specific concerns. The facility's role in the local gas grid supports energy supply for industrial and residential use in southeastern Colorado.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado with low population density, which reduces the risk of exposure to nearby communities. However, the area is prone to occasional seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires and droughts, which could impact infrastructure integrity. Methane emissions from extraction and transport are a key environmental concern, and the facility must adhere to EPA greenhouse gas reporting requirements.