PIONEER NAT RES - MIDWAY 23-10 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

PIONEER NAT RES - MIDWAY 23-10 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 3.1 miles northwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. Its location in the Raton Basin, a known coalbed methane and natural gas producing area, places it within a significant energy corridor in the western United States. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely employs conventional drilling and completion techniques typical of the region. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids production. The environmental context includes proximity to rural and semi-arid landscapes, with potential considerations for water usage and methane emissions. The facility's role in the local energy infrastructure supports regional energy needs and contributes to the broader natural gas network serving Colorado and adjacent states.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate exposure to populated areas. However, gas extraction activities can involve methane leakage and water usage concerns. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though not at high risk. Regulatory compliance with PHMSA and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules helps mitigate environmental impacts.