Timber Creek - HR 09-15 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Timber Creek - HR 09-15 is a gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the Raton Basin. Its NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. In Colorado, gas extraction is also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risk factors associated with proximity to populated areas. Timber Creek - HR 09-15 contributes to the regional natural gas supply, supporting local energy needs and potentially feeding into larger pipeline networks. Its operational status indicates ongoing activity in the Raton Basin, which has a history of coalbed methane and conventional gas production. The facility's role in the local gas infrastructure is significant for the energy mix of the region.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. The area experiences moderate seismic activity, and the facility's infrastructure must be designed to withstand potential ground movement. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing public safety risks, but the facility's operations involve handling pressurized gas, requiring adherence to safety standards to prevent leaks or accidents.