Pioneer Natural Res - J&P 21-13V Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Pioneer Natural Res - J&P 21-13V is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 18 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. As a gas extraction site in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. The facility's location in a rural area of Colorado aligns with typical gas extraction operations in the region, which often involve moderate-scale production and connection to regional gathering systems. The environmental context of this facility includes its location in a semi-arid region with potential for seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires. Proximity to populated areas is limited given the rural setting, but operational practices must adhere to state and federal environmental standards to mitigate impacts on local ecosystems and water resources.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by low precipitation and potential for drought. The area may experience seismic activity due to regional geology, and climate hazards such as wildfires pose operational risks. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing direct community exposure, but groundwater and air quality monitoring are typical regulatory requirements for gas extraction sites in this region.