TIMBER CREEK - HR 08-15V Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - HR 08-15V is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 18.4 miles southwest 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 the upstream gas sector. Operating within the United States, this facility adheres to federal pipeline safety regulations enforced by PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas transmission and distribution. The facility's location in the Raton Basin, a region with a history of coalbed methane extraction, aligns with typical gas extraction operations in Colorado. The area's semi-arid climate and mountainous terrain influence operational practices and infrastructure design. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and industrial activities. Its operational status ensures ongoing gas extraction, which is integral to the energy mix of Las Animas County and the broader Colorado market. The facility's grid role involves feeding extracted gas into downstream processing and transmission systems.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas like Cokedale and Trinidad raises considerations for community safety and air quality. The area experiences moderate seismic activity, and the facility's infrastructure is designed to withstand local climate hazards such as wildfires and flash floods. Operational practices follow federal regulations to minimize environmental impact.