Pioneer Natural Resources State 16-32 V&R Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Pioneer Natural Resources State 16-32 V&R is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 14.7 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and falls under the US regulatory framework, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas gathering and transmission. The facility operates in the Raton Basin, a region known for coalbed methane and conventional gas production. Typical gas extraction operations in this area involve well drilling, gas processing, and pipeline transport. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain operational risks, though it may face challenges related to seismic activity or climate events common in the Rocky Mountain region.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density population. Proximity to populated areas is low, with the nearest town being Cokedale about 15 miles away. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity and wildfire risks, which are typical for the region. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules governs environmental protection and safety.