TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 245 Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 245 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17.9 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), indicating its role in upstream gas production. 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. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also oversees drilling and production activities. The facility's location in the Raton Basin, a region known for coalbed methane and conventional gas, suggests typical extraction methods such as vertical or horizontal drilling with hydraulic fracturing. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply, supporting local energy needs and potentially feeding into interstate pipelines. Its proximity to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and rural communities underscores the importance of environmental management practices, including emissions control and water management, to mitigate impacts on air quality and local water resources.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. The area experiences moderate seismic risk and occasional drought conditions. Proximity to populated areas and sensitive ecosystems, such as the nearby Spanish Peaks, necessitates careful management of emissions and water usage to minimize environmental impact.