Pioneer Natural Res. - Montoya 14-7 V Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Pioneer Natural Res. - Montoya 14-7 V is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 17.3 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and falls under the 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 United States regulatory framework governed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. Colorado's oil and gas operations are also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which oversees drilling, production, and environmental compliance. This gas extraction site contributes to the regional natural gas supply, supporting local energy infrastructure and downstream processing. Its location in southeastern Colorado places it within a network of gas fields that serve both domestic and industrial markets, highlighting its significance in the state's energy portfolio.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land use. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate population exposure. However, gas extraction operations can pose risks related to fugitive emissions, water usage, and potential impacts on local air quality. The area's seismic risk is low, but climate hazards such as drought and wildfires may affect operations.