OGRIS OPERATING - HILL RANCH 3 C.S. Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - HILL RANCH 3 C.S. is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 18.2 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility operates within the United States' natural gas sector, which is governed by federal and state regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction as well as natural gas liquid extraction. In Colorado, gas extraction facilities typically operate under the jurisdiction of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which enforces rules on well construction, water management, and emissions. The region's geology includes the Raton Basin, known for coalbed methane production. This facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting natural gas gathering and processing in southeastern Colorado. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain community risks, though it remains subject to standard operational safety protocols for gas extraction, including pressure management and leak detection.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low population density. Proximity to populated areas is minimal, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction operations in this area may intersect with groundwater resources and wildlife habitats. Standard environmental management practices include well integrity testing and emissions controls to mitigate potential impacts on air and water quality.