Pioneer Nat Res - McClaren 13-34 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Pioneer Nat Res - McClaren 13-34 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 14.8 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader infrastructure supporting the United States' energy sector. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and adheres to DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. In Colorado, gas extraction activities are also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction, reflecting its role in both gas and associated liquid production. Located in a semi-arid region with proximity to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, the facility's environmental context includes considerations for water usage and potential impacts on local ecosystems. The site's operational status and location in a historically active gas-producing area underscore its significance in meeting regional energy demands.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid environment in southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and pinyon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas and seismic activity in the region are relevant risk factors. Water availability for extraction processes and potential impacts on local air quality are key environmental considerations.