Pioneer Res. - Hill Ranch Deep 14-12 WD Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

Pioneer Res. - Hill Ranch Deep 14-12 WD is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 7 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the Raton Basin. 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. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellhead processing and separation equipment typical for the region's coalbed methane and conventional gas fields. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Las Animas County. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain operational risks, while the regulatory oversight ensures compliance with safety and environmental standards.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing direct exposure risks. However, the area is subject to occasional seismic activity and wildfire hazards, which are relevant considerations for gas infrastructure operations.