TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 509 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 509 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 16.5 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the United States. As part of the gas extraction sector, it contributes to the country's energy infrastructure. 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 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to large scale, with capacities varying based on geological formations and infrastructure. 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 and climate hazards, including potential earthquakes and extreme weather events, which are considered in operational risk assessments. The facility plays a role in the local and national gas supply chain, supporting energy needs and economic activity in the area.

The facility is situated in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density, which reduces the risk to populated areas from potential gas extraction operations. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with occasional extreme weather events, including wildfires and flash floods, which can pose operational hazards. Seismic activity in the area is generally low but not negligible, and facilities are designed to withstand such events per regulatory standards.