Pioneer Nat Resources - Martinez 43-20 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Pioneer Nat Resources - Martinez 43-20 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 3.5 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and falls under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. 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 governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), including rules on well construction, emissions, and water management. The facility's scale is typical for a mid-continent gas extraction operation in the Rocky Mountain region. Environmentally, the facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas is limited, with the nearest town being Cokedale. The area experiences moderate seismic risk, and the facility's operations are subject to climate-related hazards such as drought and wildfire. Its role in the local gas supply chain contributes to regional energy infrastructure.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, with low population density. The area is prone to drought and wildfire, which can impact operations. Seismic risk is moderate, and the facility's proximity to agricultural land requires careful management of emissions and water use to minimize environmental impact.