Timber Creek - Timber Creek 462 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Timber Creek - Timber Creek 462 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 18.4 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and serves as part of the natural gas production infrastructure in the region, contributing to the broader gas supply network in the United States. 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. As a gas extraction site, it is involved in the initial stages of natural gas production, typically including drilling, well completion, and gas processing. The NAICS codes indicate activities related to crude petroleum and natural gas extraction (211111) and natural gas liquid extraction (211130). Located in the Rocky Mountain region, the facility is part of a significant gas-producing area. Its operational status contributes to local energy supply and economic activity. The environmental context includes considerations of proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on air and water quality, managed through state and federal regulations.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density. The region is characterized by semi-arid climate and grassland ecosystems. Gas extraction activities may involve water usage, air emissions, and land disturbance, which are regulated under Colorado state laws and federal environmental standards. Proximity to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains and potential wildlife habitats requires careful management of operational impacts.