OGRIS OPERATING - GE 33-12 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - GE 33-12 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 18.4 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). It is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure in the United States, contributing to the country's energy supply. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves drilling, well operation, and initial processing of natural gas. The scale of operations is typical for the region, which is part of the Raton Basin, known for coalbed methane production. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can impact local air quality and water resources. The site's proximity to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the Spanish Peaks Wilderness area underscores the importance of adherence to environmental regulations to minimize ecological disruption.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. Gas extraction in this area may affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Water usage for hydraulic fracturing and produced water management are key environmental considerations. The site's location away from major urban centers reduces population exposure, but nearby ecosystems require careful monitoring to prevent contamination.