TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 535 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

TIMBER CREEK - TIMBER CREEK 535 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 14 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure in the United States, operating under federal and state regulations. Its location in the Raton Basin, a known coalbed methane and conventional gas producing area, places it within a region with established gas extraction history. 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 gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, gathering lines, and separation equipment to process raw natural gas. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both gas and natural gas liquids production. Environmentally, the facility's operations are subject to state and federal air quality and water management regulations. The semi-arid climate of southeastern Colorado and the proximity to the Spanish Peaks and Comanche National Grassland require careful management of emissions and water usage. The facility contributes to the local energy supply chain, supporting regional natural gas distribution and economic activity in Las Animas County.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to the Spanish Peaks and Comanche National Grassland means operations must consider impacts on local wildlife and air quality. The area experiences moderate seismic activity, and the facility's infrastructure is designed to withstand such events. Water availability is a concern, with operations likely using recycled water for hydraulic fracturing and well maintenance.