Overview
Pioneer Nat Res - Pioneer 34-27 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Pioneer Nat Res - Pioneer 34-27 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 14.5 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the Raton Basin. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in upstream gas production. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, often involving well pads and gathering systems. The environmental context includes proximity to rural areas and potential impacts on air quality and water resources. The facility's location in a semi-arid region with seismic stability suggests moderate risk from natural hazards. Its operational status implies ongoing compliance with state and federal environmental regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low population density. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with moderate seismic activity. Gas extraction operations may affect local air quality through emissions and water resources through hydraulic fracturing or produced water management. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) addresses these concerns.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 14.5 miles west of Cokedale, at Section 27, Township 32 South, Range 67 West.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA for pipelines, following DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Facilities in the Raton Basin range from small to medium scale, with production rates varying. This facility is part of a region with historical coalbed methane and conventional gas production.
Key considerations include air emissions, water usage and disposal, and land disturbance. The COGCC requires permits and monitoring to mitigate impacts on local ecosystems and communities.
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