Timber Creek - Timber Creek 405 & Timber Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

Timber Creek - Timber Creek 405 & Timber is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 16.8 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas production infrastructure in the region. Its location in the Raton Basin places it within a historically active area for coalbed methane and conventional gas extraction. 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 pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, gathering lines, and separation equipment typical of upstream natural gas operations. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate a focus on both raw gas and natural gas liquids. Environmentally, the facility's proximity to the Spanish Peaks and the Purgatoire River watershed may influence local ecological considerations. Gas extraction in this area contributes to regional energy supply and economic activity, supporting downstream processing and distribution networks. The facility's operational status ensures continued contribution to Colorado's natural gas output.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is moderate, with the nearest community being Cokedale. The area experiences low seismic activity but is subject to occasional drought and wildfire risks. Gas extraction operations must manage water usage and potential methane emissions in accordance with state and federal regulations.