Overview
Pioneer Nat Res - Lorencito 10-2-34-67 is a gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, USA. It operates in Las Animas County within the state's active oil and gas region.
Pioneer Nat Res - Lorencito 10-2-34-67 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 12.8 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), indicating its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids production. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, the facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and must comply with state rules for drilling, production, and environmental protection. Additionally, federal regulations from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation (DOT) 49 CFR Part 192 apply to any associated gas gathering or transmission pipelines. The facility's scale is typical for a mid-continent gas extraction operation, with production likely feeding into regional gas processing and pipeline networks. The facility contributes to Colorado's natural gas supply, which supports local energy needs and interstate markets. Its location in Las Animas County places it within the Raton Basin, a region known for coalbed methane and conventional gas production. The operational status ensures ongoing gas extraction, supporting energy infrastructure and economic activity in the area.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and scrubland. Proximity to populated areas is limited, with the nearest town being Cokedale about 12.8 miles away. The area is subject to occasional drought and wildfire risk, which can impact operations. Seismic activity in the region is generally low, but induced seismicity from wastewater injection is a monitored concern in Colorado's oil and gas fields. The facility's gas extraction activities are subject to state air quality regulations and water management requirements.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 12.8 miles west of Cokedale, with the address SEC 2 T34S R67W, postcode 81091.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) for state-level rules, and by PHMSA/DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for any associated gas pipelines.
The facility is currently operational, indicating active gas extraction and production.
The region is semi-arid with low seismic risk, but drought and wildfire are potential hazards. Gas extraction is subject to state air and water regulations.
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