XTO Energy, Inc. - AC 02-14 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

XTO Energy, Inc. - AC 02-14 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 19 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and falls under the NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in the upstream gas sector. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern natural gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). The facility's scale is typical for a mid-continent gas extraction operation, with production likely tied to local gathering systems. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas is limited given its rural location. The site's operational status and compliance with federal and state regulations contribute to its role in supplying natural gas to regional markets.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density. The region experiences semi-arid climate conditions, with potential for drought and wildfire risks. Gas extraction operations in this area are subject to air quality and water management regulations under the Clean Air Act and Safe Drinking Water Act. The site's distance from urban centers reduces immediate population exposure, but local ecosystems may be affected by well pad construction and truck traffic.