TIMBER CREEK - HR 05-09V Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - HR 05-09V is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 17.4 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is 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 an operational site, it contributes to the regional gas infrastructure network. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, with capacities often measured in millions of standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD). The specific capacity of this facility is not detailed, but it likely aligns with regional norms. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density population. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing some risk factors. However, the area is prone to occasional seismic activity and climate hazards such as drought and wildfires, which can impact gas infrastructure. The facility's operational status suggests ongoing compliance with safety and environmental standards.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density. The area experiences occasional seismic activity and climate hazards like drought and wildfires, which can pose risks to gas infrastructure. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing exposure to certain hazards.