Overview
PIONEER NAT RES - SHUTTLECOCK 22-36 is a gas extraction facility located near Aguilar, Colorado, United States. It operates in Las Animas County and is currently operational.
PIONEER NAT RES - SHUTTLECOCK 22-36 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 7.7 miles southwest of Aguilar, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas production landscape of the region. The facility operates under 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. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader natural gas supply chain that includes drilling, processing, and transportation. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Located in the Raton Basin, this facility contributes to the local energy infrastructure. The area's geology supports natural gas production, and the facility's output feeds into regional pipelines serving industrial and residential consumers. Its operational status underscores its role in meeting energy demands in Colorado and beyond.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and mesas. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction operations can involve risks such as fugitive emissions and water usage. The area's seismic activity is low, but climate hazards like wildfires and drought may pose operational challenges. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state agencies helps manage environmental impacts.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 7.7 miles southwest of Aguilar, Colorado, in Las Animas County, United States.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, contributing to the regional energy supply.
The facility is currently operational, indicating active production and contribution to the natural gas grid.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are subject to federal regulations under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, feeding into processing plants and pipelines that deliver gas to consumers across the country.
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