Evergreen Natural Resources - Black Rabb Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Black Rabb is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 7.1 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and falls under the Gas Extraction sector, serving the broader natural gas supply chain in the region. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves drilling, well completion, and initial processing of natural gas. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, often tied to the Raton Basin or similar geological formations. This facility contributes to the local energy infrastructure, supporting natural gas supply for residential, commercial, and industrial use in southeastern Colorado. Its location in a rural area near the Sangre de Cristo Mountains places it in a region with moderate seismic activity and variable climate, factors that influence operational safety and environmental management.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, near the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The area experiences moderate seismic risk and occasional extreme weather events, including wildfires and flash floods. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate community exposure, but the facility's operations involve handling flammable gases, requiring adherence to strict safety protocols to mitigate risks.