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

OGRIS OPERATING - GE 28-07X is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 14.6 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130, indicating crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. It is part of the extensive natural gas infrastructure in the Rocky Mountain region. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, governed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for gas pipelines. In Colorado, additional state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) apply. The facility's scale is typical for a mid-sized gas extraction operation in the region. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply for local and regional markets, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risk factors, though it may be exposed to seismic activity and climate hazards common in the Rocky Mountain region. The facility plays a role in the broader gas transmission network.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density, which reduces risks related to population proximity. The region is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires and extreme weather, which are relevant to gas infrastructure safety. Typical extraction sites in this area are designed to withstand local environmental conditions.