TIMBER CREEK - 3-0004326 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - 3-0004326 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 13.1 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within 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. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader natural gas supply chain, with typical capacities varying by well and infrastructure. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its primary activities. This facility contributes to the local energy infrastructure, supporting natural gas supply for regional and national markets. Its location in a rural area of Colorado reflects the typical siting of gas extraction operations away from densely populated zones, reducing certain community risks while requiring adherence to environmental and safety standards.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low population density. Proximity to populated areas is minimal, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction operations can pose risks related to fugitive emissions, water usage, and seismic activity, though the area has low seismic hazard. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules helps manage these factors.