Timber Creek - HR 10-15V Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

Timber Creek - HR 10-15V is a natural gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 16.5 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is part of the United States' extensive gas infrastructure network, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and follows DOT 49 CFR Part 192 standards for pipeline safety. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its involvement in both gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado's Raton Basin vary in scale, with some producing up to several million cubic feet per day. The regulatory framework ensures adherence to safety standards for well construction, pressure management, and environmental protection. Located in a rural area of southeastern Colorado, the facility contributes to the local economy and energy supply. The region's gas infrastructure supports both domestic consumption and interstate transmission. Environmental considerations include proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on air and water quality, managed through state and federal regulations. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing role in the regional gas network.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado, where water resources are limited and sensitive to contamination. Gas extraction activities can pose risks to groundwater quality through hydraulic fracturing or produced water management. Air emissions from compressors and flaring may affect local air quality. The area is also subject to seismic activity, though low to moderate, which could impact well integrity. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and EPA helps mitigate these environmental risks.