Overview
TIMBER CREEK - 3-0005215 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
TIMBER CREEK - 3-0005215 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 13.4 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). It is situated in a region known for its natural gas production within the Raton Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas transmission and distribution. In Colorado, additional state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) apply. The facility's scale is typical for the region, contributing to local gas supply chains. Environmentally, the facility is located in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure risks. However, the area is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which are relevant risk factors for gas infrastructure. The facility plays a role in regional energy supply, supporting downstream industrial and residential consumers.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado with low population density, which reduces the risk of exposure to populated areas. The area is subject to moderate seismic activity and wildfire risks, which are relevant hazards for gas extraction infrastructure. Local ecosystems include grasslands and scrublands, with potential impacts from land disturbance and water usage associated with extraction activities.
Frequently asked questions
TIMBER CREEK - 3-0005215 is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 13.4 miles west of Cokedale, with coordinates 37.080440 N, -104.855184 W.
TIMBER CREEK - 3-0005215 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
The facility is currently operational, as indicated in the public record.
Environmental risks include potential groundwater contamination, air emissions, land disturbance, and exposure to seismic activity or wildfires, which are managed through regulatory compliance and best practices.
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