Pioneer Nat Res - Montoya 7-12 R&V Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Pioneer Nat Res - Montoya 7-12 R&V is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17.3 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130, indicating crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. It is part of the extensive gas infrastructure in the Rocky Mountain region, which supplies natural gas to both domestic and industrial markets. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, specifically the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it involves drilling, well completion, and initial processing of natural gas. The scale of such facilities in Colorado varies, with many tied to the Denver-Julesburg Basin and Raton Basin, where this facility is located. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a rural area with low population density, which reduces immediate risk to populated areas. However, the region is prone to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires and droughts. The facility's role in the local gas grid supports energy supply for the region, contributing to the broader US energy infrastructure.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density, which minimizes risks to populated areas. The region experiences moderate seismic activity and is susceptible to climate hazards like wildfires and droughts. These factors are considered in operational risk assessments for gas extraction facilities.