Overview
TIMBER CREEK - GE 20-09 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
TIMBER CREEK - GE 20-09 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 15.5 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, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. The facility's location in Colorado places it within the Rocky Mountain region, known for its significant natural gas reserves and extensive pipeline infrastructure. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and downstream processing. Its operational status and location in a rural area with lower population density reduce certain risk factors, though adherence to safety standards remains critical for environmental and community protection.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, characterized by low population density and semi-arid terrain. Proximity to populated areas is minimal, reducing potential exposure risks. The region's seismic activity is low, but the area may experience occasional wildfires and drought conditions, which could pose operational hazards. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA ensures compliance with safety standards for gas extraction and transport.
Frequently asked questions
TIMBER CREEK - GE 20-09 is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 15.5 miles west of Cokedale, with coordinates 37.157814, -104.905296.
TIMBER CREEK - GE 20-09 is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The operator of TIMBER CREEK - GE 20-09 is not publicly listed, but the facility is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with US PHMSA regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) for pipeline safety, as well as state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules.
The facility has a low risk score due to its rural location, low population density, and adherence to federal safety regulations. The primary risk factors are operational hazards typical of gas extraction.
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