PIONEER NAT RES - MONTOYA 13-41 R Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

PIONEER NAT RES - MONTOYA 13-41 R is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17.5 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). This location is part of the Raton Basin, a region known for coalbed methane and conventional natural gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs natural gas pipeline safety. Colorado's Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also provides state-level oversight. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on reservoir characteristics and infrastructure. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Las Animas County. The Raton Basin has a history of gas production, and the facility's operations support regional energy needs. Environmental considerations include proximity to rural communities and potential impacts on air quality and water resources, managed through state and federal regulations.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. The area experiences moderate seismic risk and occasional drought conditions. Proximity to populated areas is low, with the nearest town being Cokedale about 17 miles away. The facility's operations are subject to Colorado's air quality regulations and water management requirements, particularly regarding hydraulic fracturing and produced water disposal.