OGRIS OPERATING - GE 21-12 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - GE 21-12 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 16.8 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and falls under the jurisdiction of US federal pipeline safety regulations, including PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, and operation of gas infrastructure. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate it is involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado operate with moderate to high pressures and are subject to state and federal oversight. The region's geology and climate influence operational practices, including seasonal considerations for extraction and transport. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a rural area with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can have localized impacts on air quality and water resources. The facility's role in the regional gas supply chain contributes to energy infrastructure resilience, supporting downstream consumers and industrial users in the area.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado with low population density, which reduces the risk of exposure to populated areas. However, gas extraction operations can contribute to local air emissions and water usage. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which may pose operational risks. Regulatory frameworks like PHMSA require risk management plans to address these factors.