Overview
OGRIS OPERATING - GE 34-13 is a gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, United States. It operates in Las Animas County and is currently operational.
OGRIS OPERATING - GE 34-13 is a gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, approximately 14.3 miles west of the town. Situated in Las Animas County, this operational plant is part of the United States' extensive natural gas infrastructure, which is regulated under PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192. The facility operates within the broader context of Colorado's gas extraction industry, which is subject to state and federal oversight. Typical gas extraction plants in this region involve wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines that feed into larger transmission systems. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate the facility's involvement in both raw gas and natural gas liquids recovery. This facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting regional gas distribution and potentially serving downstream markets. Its location in a rural area of Colorado reflects common siting practices for gas extraction, balancing resource access with community proximity. The operational status ensures ongoing contribution to the state's energy portfolio.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density development. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction operations can involve risks such as fugitive emissions, water usage, and seismic activity from disposal wells. The area's climate includes potential for wildfires and drought, which may influence operational safety and environmental management practices.
Frequently asked questions
OGRIS OPERATING - GE 34-13 is located near Cokedale, Colorado, approximately 14.3 miles west of the town, in Las Animas County. The facility's address is SEC 34 T33S R67W, with a postcode of 81091.
This facility is a gas extraction plant that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211130. It is currently operational and part of the United States' natural gas infrastructure.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are regulated under federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). These cover well construction, emissions, water management, and pipeline integrity.
Gas extraction plants vary widely in scale, from small wellhead facilities producing a few million cubic feet per day to large processing plants handling hundreds of millions. The capacity is often measured in million standard cubic feet per day (MMscfd).
Environmental risks include methane leaks, groundwater contamination from hydraulic fracturing, induced seismicity from disposal wells, and land disturbance. Regulatory frameworks aim to mitigate these through monitoring, reporting, and best practices.
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