PIONEER NAT RES - STRAIGHT UP 22-34 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

PIONEER NAT RES - STRAIGHT UP 22-34 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 8 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 plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain, contributing to local and regional energy markets. 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 involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on geological formations and infrastructure. Environmental considerations for this facility include its location in a semi-arid region with potential for seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires. Proximity to populated areas like Cokedale requires adherence to safety protocols. The facility's operational status and regulatory compliance ensure it meets industry standards for safe gas extraction.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado with low population density. Proximity to populated areas like Cokedale requires careful management of operational risks. The area is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which are relevant to gas extraction operations. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 helps mitigate these risks.