Overview
Pioneer Natural Resources - Waldo 22-1 is a gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Pioneer Natural Resources - Waldo 22-1 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 7.1 miles northwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130, indicating crude petroleum and natural gas extraction activities. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's scale is typical for a mid-continent gas extraction operation in the Rocky Mountain region. This facility contributes to the regional natural gas supply, supporting local energy needs and downstream industrial users. Its location in a rural area of Colorado reflects the typical siting of gas extraction facilities away from densely populated zones, though proximity to transportation corridors and pipelines is a key operational consideration.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction operations in this region face risks from seismic activity and climate-related hazards such as drought and wildfires, which can impact infrastructure integrity and operational continuity.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 7.1 miles northwest of Cokedale, with coordinates 37.203340 N, -104.735361 W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211111 (crude petroleum extraction) and 211130 (natural gas extraction).
The facility is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission, as well as Colorado state regulations from the COGCC.
The facility is currently operational, as indicated in the public record.
Risks include seismic activity, drought, and wildfire, which can affect infrastructure. Proximity to populated areas is generally low, but pipeline integrity and water usage are key concerns.
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