TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 441 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 441 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 15.6 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the Raton Basin. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes associated with this facility are 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. The specific capacity of the facility is not detailed, but typical gas extraction sites in this region range from small to medium scale. Environmentally, the facility is located in a rural area with low population density, reducing immediate risk to populated areas. However, the region is subject to seismic activity and climate hazards such as wildfires, which are relevant risk factors for gas infrastructure. The facility's operational status and adherence to federal regulations contribute to its overall safety profile.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density, which reduces the risk to populated areas. The region is part of the Raton Basin, known for coalbed methane and natural gas extraction. Environmental considerations include potential impacts on local water resources and air quality from extraction activities. The area is also prone to seismic events and wildfires, which are relevant risk factors for gas infrastructure.