Timber Creek - 3-0005338 Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

Timber Creek - 3-0005338 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 13.9 miles southwest 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. As a gas extraction site in the United States, Timber Creek operates within a robust regulatory framework governed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for natural gas pipelines. The facility's location in the Raton Basin, a region with a history of coalbed methane and conventional gas production, aligns with typical extraction operations in Colorado. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and downstream infrastructure. Its operational status and location in a rural area with lower population density may reduce certain risk factors, though proximity to seismic zones and climate hazards should be considered in ongoing safety assessments.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low population density. The area experiences moderate seismic activity due to its proximity to the Rio Grande Rift, and occasional drought conditions may impact water availability for extraction processes. The rural setting reduces direct exposure to densely populated areas, but the facility's operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations aimed at minimizing air emissions and groundwater impacts.