Pioneer Natural Resources Harley 41-34 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Pioneer Natural Resources Harley 41-34 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 5.1 miles north of Cokedale. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, supporting the broader US energy infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it employs standard industry practices for wellhead operations and gas processing, typical of the Raton Basin region. This facility plays a role in the local energy supply chain, feeding natural gas into regional transmission networks. Its location in a rural area of Colorado reflects the typical siting of gas extraction operations away from dense population centers, reducing certain risk factors associated with urban proximity.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density development. Proximity to populated areas is limited, with the nearest town being Cokedale. The area experiences moderate seismic activity, and the facility's design and operation are subject to PHMSA regulations addressing such hazards. Climate exposure includes potential for drought and wildfire, which are managed through standard operational protocols.