Timber Creek - 151D2333 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Timber Creek - 151D2333 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 15.5 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130, indicating crude petroleum and natural gas extraction activities. It operates within the United States' regulatory framework for gas infrastructure. The facility falls under the jurisdiction of US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas pipelines. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, separation equipment, and gathering lines to transport raw natural gas to processing plants. The scale of operations is typical for the region, which is part of the Raton Basin, known for coalbed methane production. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure risks. However, the region is prone to seismic activity, which could pose risks to gas infrastructure. The facility's role in the local gas supply chain supports energy needs in Colorado and beyond, contributing to the state's energy portfolio.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region with low population density, which minimizes direct human exposure to potential hazards. However, the area is seismically active, and gas extraction operations must manage risks related to ground movement and well integrity. The facility's proximity to the Raton Basin's coalbed methane fields also involves considerations for groundwater protection and methane emissions.