Overview
OGRIS OPERATING - HR 27-12V is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 19.1 miles west of Cokedale. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
OGRIS OPERATING - HR 27-12V is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 19.1 miles west 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 the upstream gas sector. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, governed by PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission and distribution. In Colorado, gas extraction facilities typically range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on local geology and infrastructure. The facility's location in a rural area suggests moderate operational scale. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure risks. However, the area is prone to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which are relevant risk factors for gas infrastructure. The facility's role in the local gas supply chain supports regional energy needs.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density, which reduces the risk of exposure to nearby communities. The region experiences moderate seismic activity and is susceptible to wildfires, both of which are relevant hazards for gas extraction infrastructure. The facility's operational status and adherence to federal regulations help mitigate these environmental risks.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 19.1 miles west of Cokedale, with coordinates 37.116620, -104.970414.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines.
Environmental risks include potential groundwater contamination, air emissions, and seismic activity. Colorado has specific regulations to mitigate these risks, including the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules.
As a gas extraction facility, it contributes to the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, feeding into transmission pipelines that serve residential, commercial, and industrial users across the region.
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