OGRIS OPERATING - HR 26-14 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - HR 26-14 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 14.5 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). It is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure in the Rocky Mountain region. 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, it likely involves wellhead operations, separation, and initial processing before gas enters transmission pipelines. The region's geology supports natural gas production, and the facility's scale is typical for a mid-sized extraction operation in Colorado. This facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting downstream gas processing and distribution. Its location in a rural area of Colorado minimizes proximity to dense populations, but operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations. The site plays a role in meeting regional energy demand while adhering to safety and environmental standards.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density development. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions and water resources through hydraulic fracturing. The area is not prone to significant seismic activity, but climate hazards include drought and wildfire risk. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) addresses environmental protections.