OGRIS OPERATING - GE 32-02 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - GE 32-02 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 16.2 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and falls under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), reflecting its role in the upstream gas sector. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which oversees drilling, production, and environmental compliance. The facility's scale is typical for a mid-continent gas field, with operations focused on extracting natural gas from subsurface formations. Located in the Raton Basin, a region known for coalbed methane and conventional gas production, this facility contributes to the local energy supply. Its proximity to rural areas and the absence of major population centers reduces certain risk factors, though operations must manage typical extraction-related impacts such as water usage and emissions. The facility's role in the broader gas infrastructure network supports downstream processing and distribution.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density population. Gas extraction activities in this area involve managing water resources, as hydraulic fracturing and produced water are common. The region experiences moderate seismic activity, but the facility's design and operational practices must account for potential ground movement. Air quality considerations include methane emissions and volatile organic compounds, regulated under state and federal guidelines.