TIMBER CREEK - HR 08-12V Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - HR 08-12V is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 18.5 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility operates within the United States' robust regulatory framework for natural gas infrastructure, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the region's energy supply chain. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids production. Gas extraction facilities in Colorado typically range from small to medium scale, often operating multiple wells. The facility's operational status is active, suggesting ongoing production. Located in a rural area of southern Colorado, the facility operates in a region with a history of oil and gas development. The environmental context includes proximity to populated areas and potential exposure to seismic activity, though specific risks are managed through state and federal regulations. The facility's role in the local energy grid supports community energy needs and economic activity in Las Animas County.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density. The region experiences moderate seismic hazard and occasional drought conditions, which can affect water resources used in extraction processes. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal PHMSA standards helps mitigate environmental risks associated with gas extraction.