TIMBER CREEK - AC 13-03 Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - AC 13-03 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 18.2 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. As a gas extraction site, it is part of the broader network of natural gas infrastructure serving the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. The NAICS codes associated with this facility (211111 and 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado are subject to state and federal regulations regarding well construction, emissions, and water management. Located in a rural area of southern Colorado, the facility plays a role in the regional energy supply chain. Its proximity to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and the Purgatoire River valley places it within a landscape that supports both energy development and natural habitats. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to local and national gas production.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions and water resources through hydraulic fracturing. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though risk is moderate. Climate hazards include drought and wildfire, which may affect operations.