Overview
Pioneer Natural Res - Smith 22-18R is a gas extraction facility located 17 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Pioneer Natural Res - Smith 22-18R is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas supply, serving the broader energy infrastructure of the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the upstream segment of the natural gas value chain, typical for the Rocky Mountain region where Colorado is a significant producer. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction operations involve potential risks such as fugitive emissions and water usage, which are managed through state and federal regulations. The facility's role in the local gas grid supports energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, characterized by low population density and semi-arid terrain. Gas extraction operations in this region are subject to Colorado's stringent air quality and water management regulations. Proximity to populated areas is minimal, but the site's operational pressure and vintage are typical for the area, with seismic and climate hazard exposure considered moderate.
Frequently asked questions
Pioneer Natural Res - Smith 22-18R is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17 miles west of Cokedale, with the address SENW SEC 18 T33S R67W.
It is a natural gas extraction facility that produces raw natural gas from underground reservoirs, which is then processed and transported via pipelines to end users.
The facility is currently operational, actively extracting natural gas as part of the United States' energy infrastructure.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which set standards for pipeline design, construction, and operation to ensure safety.
Located in a rural area, the facility's environmental impact is managed through Colorado state regulations on air emissions and water use, with minimal proximity to populated areas.
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