OGRIS OPERATING - HR 15-09 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - HR 15-09 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 16.8 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, governed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is part of a region with significant natural gas activity, particularly in the Raton Basin. Typical operations involve drilling, well completion, and initial processing of natural gas before transmission. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply chain, supporting local energy needs and potentially feeding into interstate pipelines. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risk factors, though it remains subject to standard environmental monitoring and safety protocols for gas extraction operations in the region.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is low, with the nearest town being Cokedale over 16 miles away. The area experiences moderate seismic activity and occasional drought conditions, which can affect water availability for operations. Standard environmental controls for gas extraction, such as emissions management and groundwater protection, are applicable.