OGRIS OPERATING - HR 31-10 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - HR 31-10 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 14.9 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 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. In Colorado, gas extraction facilities typically range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on local geology. The facility's location in the Raton Basin suggests it may tap into coalbed methane or conventional gas reserves. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting energy needs in southern Colorado. Its operational status ensures continued gas extraction, which is vital for local industrial and residential consumption. The site's environmental context includes proximity to rural areas, with standard mitigation measures for emissions and water management typical of Colorado's gas fields.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and scrublands. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities involve potential risks such as methane leakage and water usage, which are managed under state and federal regulations. The area's seismic risk is low, but climate hazards like drought and wildfire could impact operations.