Pioneer Nat Res - Queen 43-21 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Pioneer Nat Res - Queen 43-21 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 15.8 miles northwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and operates under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130, which cover crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. This facility is part of the broader gas infrastructure in the United States, contributing to the country's natural gas supply. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's location in the Raton Basin, a known coalbed methane and conventional gas producing region, suggests it may be involved in similar extraction activities. As a gas extraction site, Pioneer Nat Res - Queen 43-21 plays a role in the regional energy infrastructure, supplying natural gas to downstream markets. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing production, supporting local energy needs and contributing to the state's gas output. Its location in a rural area of Colorado reduces immediate population density risks, but standard environmental monitoring and safety protocols apply.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density rural development. Proximity to populated areas is limited, with the nearest town being Cokedale approximately 15 miles away. The area is not known for high seismic activity, but the facility's gas extraction operations may involve water usage and potential impacts on local groundwater. Standard environmental management practices for gas extraction, including well integrity and emissions controls, are expected to be in place.