OGRIS OPERATING - HRE 23-09 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

OGRIS OPERATING - HRE 23-09 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 13.5 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility operates within the United States, a country with extensive natural gas infrastructure and stringent regulatory oversight. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, contributing to the region's energy production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. Located in a rural area of Las Animas County, the facility is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure that supports local and regional energy needs. Its operational status as active suggests ongoing contribution to gas supply. The environmental context includes considerations typical for gas extraction in the Rocky Mountain region, such as water usage and potential impacts on air quality.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land. Gas extraction operations in this area may involve water management for hydraulic fracturing and produced water disposal. Proximity to populated areas is low given the rural setting, but seismic activity in Colorado is generally low, reducing earthquake-related risks. Climate hazards include potential for drought and wildfires, which could affect operations.