TIMBER CREEK - 3-0005417 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - 3-0005417 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 14 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the Raton Basin. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the local energy infrastructure and supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. 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. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on geological formations. Environmentally, the facility is located in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate risk to populated areas. However, the area is subject to seismic activity from the Raton Basin, and the facility's operational pressure and vintage are key factors in its risk profile. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to regional markets and supporting local economic activity.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado with low population density, which reduces potential exposure to populated areas. The Raton Basin has a history of induced seismicity related to oil and gas operations, posing a moderate seismic hazard. Local climate conditions include dry summers and cold winters, which can affect infrastructure integrity.