Overview
TIMBER CREEK is a gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
TIMBER CREEK is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17.1 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under 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 regulatory framework of the United States, governed by PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Typical gas extraction facilities in this region involve wellheads, separators, and gathering pipelines to transport raw gas to processing plants. TIMBER CREEK contributes to the regional gas supply infrastructure, supporting energy needs in the Rocky Mountain region. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risk factors, though seismic and climate hazards are considered in operational planning.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low population density. Proximity to populated areas is minimal, reducing exposure risks. The area experiences moderate seismic activity and occasional wildfire hazards, which are managed through standard industry protocols for gas extraction facilities.
Frequently asked questions
TIMBER CREEK is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17.1 miles west of Cokedale, with coordinates 37.139905 N, -104.935123 W.
TIMBER CREEK is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as Colorado state regulations from the COGCC.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small well sites to large multi-well pads, with production capacities varying widely. TIMBER CREEK is part of this diverse landscape.
Safety is ensured through compliance with federal and state regulations, including regular inspections, pressure management, and emergency response plans.
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