EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - BAT 44-11 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - BAT 44-11 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 7.3 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and falls under the jurisdiction of US federal regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate it is involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction as well as natural gas liquid extraction. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically range from small to medium scale, often serving local gathering systems that feed into larger transmission networks. Located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, the facility operates in an area with moderate seismic risk and occasional wildfire hazards. Its proximity to rural communities necessitates adherence to safety protocols for wellhead and pipeline integrity. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply chain, supporting energy needs in the surrounding area.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid environment with low population density, reducing immediate exposure to populated areas. However, the region is prone to occasional wildfires and has moderate seismic activity, which can pose risks to gas extraction infrastructure. Standard mitigation measures include wellhead safety systems and pipeline monitoring to prevent leaks.