Timber Creek - AC 18-04V Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Timber Creek - AC 18-04V is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 17.5 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), indicating its role in upstream gas production. As a gas extraction site in the United States, Timber Creek - AC 18-04V operates within the regulatory framework of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety. The facility's location in a rural area of Colorado's Raton Basin suggests it taps into natural gas reserves typical of the region, with extraction methods likely involving conventional or unconventional techniques. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and potentially feeding into interstate pipelines. Its operational status underscores its role in the broader US gas infrastructure, which is subject to rigorous safety and environmental oversight.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density population. Proximity to populated areas is minimal, reducing immediate risk to communities. However, the area is subject to seismic activity from the Raton Basin, which may pose operational hazards. Climate hazards include drought and wildfire risk, which could impact infrastructure integrity.