PIONEER NAT RES - SHAUNIE 12-24 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

PIONEER NAT RES - SHAUNIE 12-24 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 6.2 miles west of Cokedale. The facility operates within the Raton Basin, a region known for coalbed methane and conventional natural gas production. As an operational gas extraction site, it plays a role in the local energy supply chain. 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 pipeline safety. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also oversees drilling and production activities. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction, suggesting a focus on both gas and associated liquids. Environmentally, the facility is located in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can involve flaring, venting, and potential groundwater impacts. The site's proximity to the Spanish Peaks and the Purgatoire River watershed may require adherence to state-specific environmental regulations to protect local ecosystems.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and juniper woodlands. The area experiences low precipitation and is prone to drought, making water management a key environmental consideration for gas extraction operations. The site is near the Purgatoire River, which supports local wildlife and agricultural uses. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission includes rules on water protection and air emissions to mitigate impacts on the surrounding environment.