TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 451 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 451 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 16 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 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 also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Typical gas extraction facilities in this region employ conventional drilling and completion techniques, with production tied to local gathering systems. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply, supporting downstream infrastructure such as processing plants and pipelines. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain operational risks, while the region's seismic and climate conditions are generally stable for gas extraction activities.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density. The region's semi-arid climate and moderate seismic activity pose minimal environmental risks for gas extraction operations. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing potential exposure concerns. Local ecosystems include grasslands and scrublands, which are typical for this part of the Rocky Mountain region.