TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 452 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 452 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 18.9 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids production. The facility contributes to the regional energy infrastructure, serving the broader gas supply network in Colorado. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain operational risks, while adherence to federal safety standards ensures regulatory compliance.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density, which reduces potential exposure risks to populated areas. The region is subject to typical seismic and climate hazards, including occasional wildfires and winter storms, which are managed through standard industry practices. Proximity to natural habitats may require adherence to environmental mitigation measures.