PIONEER NAT RES - ANGIE 42-22 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

PIONEER NAT RES - ANGIE 42-22 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 7.6 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). It represents a typical gas extraction operation in the Rocky Mountain region, contributing to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, specifically under the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines to transport raw natural gas to processing plants. The scale of such facilities in Colorado varies, but many are medium-sized operations tied to the broader Denver-Julesburg Basin or Raton Basin. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density population. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction operations can involve risks such as methane leakage, groundwater contamination, and seismic activity from injection wells. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing production, and its regulatory compliance is critical for minimizing environmental impact.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density. The area is prone to occasional drought and wildfire risks. Gas extraction operations here may contribute to local air quality concerns, including volatile organic compound emissions and methane leaks. Groundwater resources in the Raton Basin are a consideration, as hydraulic fracturing and produced water management can impact aquifers. Seismic activity in the region is generally low, but induced seismicity from wastewater injection is a monitored risk.