Pioneer Natural Resources Chaparral 13-27 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Pioneer Natural Resources' Chaparral 13-27 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 15.1 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas production landscape of the region. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader upstream sector that supplies raw natural gas to processing and transmission networks. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. While specific technical specifications such as capacity are not detailed, typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado's Raton Basin involve moderate-scale operations with wellhead pressures and gathering lines that connect to larger transmission systems. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure risks. However, the area is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which are relevant risk factors for gas infrastructure. The facility's role in local energy supply underscores its significance to the regional economy and energy grid.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado with low population density, which reduces the risk of exposure to populated areas. The area is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which are relevant risk factors for gas extraction infrastructure. The local environment supports grassland and shrubland ecosystems, and the facility's operations are regulated to minimize impacts on air quality and water resources.