PIONEER NAT RES - MANWAY 13-32 TR Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

PIONEER NAT RES - MANWAY 13-32 TR is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 6.1 miles northwest 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 is part of the Pioneer Natural Resources network, contributing to the region's gas production. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework governed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. Colorado's oil and gas operations are also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain operational risks. This gas extraction site plays a role in supplying natural gas to regional markets, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond. Its operational status indicates ongoing contribution to the local economy and energy infrastructure. The facility's proximity to the Raton Basin, a known coalbed methane producing area, aligns with typical gas extraction activities in southeastern Colorado.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low population density. Proximity to populated areas is minimal, reducing potential exposure risks. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though generally low magnitude. Climate hazards include drought and wildfire risk, which can impact operations. The facility's gas extraction activities involve typical environmental considerations such as water usage and methane emissions management.