PIONEER NAT RES - CAYLEY 21-24 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

PIONEER NAT RES - CAYLEY 21-24 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 6 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas production in the region, which is part of the larger Rocky Mountain gas basin. The facility operates under US federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) oversight. As a gas extraction site, it involves drilling, well completion, and gas gathering infrastructure typical of the sector. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both gas and NGL production. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can have local impacts on air quality and water resources. The facility's operational status implies ongoing monitoring and compliance with state and federal environmental standards.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low population density. Gas extraction in this area can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and water resources through hydraulic fracturing and produced water management. The region is also subject to occasional drought and wildfire risks, which may influence operational practices.