TIMBER CREEK - AC 12-14V Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - AC 12-14V is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 18.1 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the Raton Basin. As part of the United States gas infrastructure, it contributes to the country's energy supply. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. Gas extraction facilities in Colorado typically employ conventional drilling and production techniques, with capacities varying based on well productivity and infrastructure. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate the facility's involvement in both gas and liquid hydrocarbon extraction. Environmentally, the facility is located in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate exposure risks. However, gas extraction operations can impact local air quality and water resources. The facility's role in the regional gas grid supports downstream consumers and industrial users, highlighting its significance in the local energy landscape.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado with low population density, which reduces the risk of exposure to populated areas. Gas extraction activities may affect local air quality through emissions and water resources through potential contamination. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, but the facility's design and regulatory compliance mitigate these hazards.