PIONEER NAT RES - MEDIDA 44-10 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

PIONEER NAT RES - MEDIDA 44-10 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 7.8 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is part of the Pioneer Natural Resources operations and is classified under NAICS codes 211111, 211112, and 211130, which cover crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, natural gas liquid extraction, and natural gas extraction. It is currently operational and serves the local gas infrastructure network. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas transmission and distribution. As a gas extraction site, it is subject to state and federal environmental regulations, including those from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The typical scale for such facilities in the region varies, but this site likely contributes to regional gas supply. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land. Its proximity to populated areas like Cokedale and Trinidad requires adherence to safety and emission standards. The facility plays a role in the local energy economy, supporting gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial use in the region.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado with low population density, reducing immediate exposure risks. However, gas extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though not high-risk. Regulatory oversight by the COGCC and PHMSA ensures compliance with safety and environmental standards.