OGRIS OPERATING - GE 28-07 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - GE 28-07 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It is situated in a region known for its natural gas production within the Raton Basin. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. In Colorado, additional state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) apply. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically involve wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines to process and transport natural gas. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Las Animas County. Its operational status indicates ongoing gas production, supporting downstream infrastructure such as processing plants and distribution networks. The facility's location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risk factors associated with proximity to populated areas.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and juniper woodlands. The area is prone to occasional drought and wildfire risk. Seismic activity in the Raton Basin is generally low, but the region has experienced induced seismicity related to oil and gas operations. Proximity to populated areas is minimal, with the nearest town being Cokedale approximately 17 miles away.