Overview
Timber Creek - 3-0004384 is a gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, USA. It operates in Las Animas County and is currently operational.
Timber Creek - 3-0004384 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 14.8 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. Its location in the Rocky Mountain region places it within a significant area for natural gas production in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is involved in the initial phase of natural gas production, which typically includes drilling, completion, and wellhead operations. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with potential for drought and wildfire risks. The facility's proximity to populated areas is limited, but its operations may involve water usage and emissions typical of gas extraction activities. The regulatory oversight by PHMSA and state agencies helps manage these environmental considerations.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, where water resources are limited and drought conditions are common. Gas extraction operations can impact local water quality and quantity, as well as air quality through emissions. The area's rural setting reduces direct population exposure, but the potential for seismic activity and wildfire hazards exists. Regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental standards is essential to mitigate these risks.
Frequently asked questions
Timber Creek - 3-0004384 is located approximately 14.8 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County, USA.
The facility is currently operational, indicating it is actively engaged in gas extraction activities.
The facility operates under U.S. federal regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level environmental and safety regulations in Colorado.
Key environmental concerns include water usage and contamination, air emissions, land disturbance, and potential impacts on local wildlife. Colorado has specific regulations to address these issues, such as the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules.
As a gas extraction facility, it produces natural gas and natural gas liquids that feed into regional pipelines, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond.
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