TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 116 Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 116 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 19 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas production infrastructure in the region, contributing to the broader energy supply chain in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is involved in the initial stages of natural gas production, typically including drilling, well completion, and gas processing. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both raw gas and natural gas liquids recovery. The environmental context of the facility includes its location in a rural area of Colorado, which may be subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires or extreme weather. Proximity to populated areas is limited given its remote setting, but operational practices must adhere to state and federal regulations to minimize risks to local ecosystems and communities.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, which is characterized by semi-arid climate and potential for seismic activity. The surrounding environment includes grasslands and agricultural lands, with limited population density. Operational risks include potential groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and methane emissions, which are regulated under state and federal environmental laws.