OGRIS OPERATING - GE 29-09-02 Gas Extraction Facility near Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - GE 29-09-02 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 15.6 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and falls under the NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in the upstream gas sector. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline safety. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also oversees drilling and production activities. The facility's location in a rural area of southeastern Colorado suggests typical scale for gas extraction in the region, with moderate production capacity. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, serving local and possibly interstate markets. Its operational status supports energy infrastructure in Las Animas County, an area with historical oil and gas activity. The environmental context includes proximity to populated areas and potential exposure to seismic activity, though specific risks are managed through regulatory compliance.

The facility is located in a rural area of southeastern Colorado, near the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with occasional seismic activity. Gas extraction operations here are subject to state and federal regulations addressing air emissions, water management, and pipeline integrity. Proximity to populated areas like Cokedale requires careful monitoring of operational safety and environmental impact.