Timber Creek - Timber Creek 198 & Timber Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

Timber Creek - Timber Creek 198 & Timber is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 15.7 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It is situated in the Raton Basin, a region known for coalbed methane and conventional natural gas production. As a gas extraction facility in the United States, Timber Creek operates under the regulatory framework of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and integrity. The facility likely includes wellheads, gathering lines, and separation equipment typical of upstream gas operations. The scale of extraction in this area varies, with many wells producing from the Trinidad Sandstone and Raton Formation. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply in the region, supporting local energy needs and potentially feeding into interstate pipelines. The Raton Basin has a history of gas production since the early 20th century, and Timber Creek plays a role in maintaining the area's energy infrastructure. Its location in a rural, semi-arid environment with low population density reduces some operational risks.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, characterized by semi-arid grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. The region experiences moderate seismic activity and occasional wildfires. Proximity to populated areas is low, but the facility's gas extraction operations involve high-pressure equipment and potential methane emissions. Local water resources are limited, and the area is subject to drought conditions, which can affect operational safety and environmental compliance.