TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 270 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 270 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 13.9 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and situated in a region with a long history of natural gas production, contributing to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, and operation of gas infrastructure. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region vary in capacity, with many medium-scale operations supporting the broader Rocky Mountain gas market. Environmentally, the facility is located in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure risks. However, the area is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which are relevant risk factors for gas infrastructure. The facility's role in the local gas grid supports energy delivery to nearby communities and industrial users.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado with low population density, which reduces the risk of exposure to populated areas. The area experiences moderate seismic activity and is prone to wildfires, posing potential hazards to gas infrastructure. The facility's operational status and compliance with US PHMSA regulations help mitigate these environmental risks.