TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 208 Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 208 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 15.6 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and falls under the NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids production. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. Colorado's oil and gas operations are additionally regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's location in the Raton Basin, a known coalbed methane and conventional gas producing area, suggests typical extraction methods for the region. As part of the broader gas infrastructure network, this facility contributes to local and regional energy supply. Its operational status and location in a sparsely populated area may reduce certain risk factors, though proximity to natural gas pipelines and associated infrastructure requires adherence to safety standards. The facility's role in natural gas extraction supports downstream uses including power generation and industrial applications.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. The area experiences moderate seismic activity and is subject to occasional drought conditions. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing direct exposure to high-density populations. However, gas extraction operations must manage potential impacts on local water resources and air quality, with regulatory oversight from state and federal agencies.