Overview
EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - BLONDIE 33 is an operational gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - BLONDIE 33 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 7.4 miles southwest of Aguilar, 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 upstream gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, specifically under the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. Given its location in Colorado, the facility is also subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC). Typical gas extraction facilities in this region employ hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling techniques to access natural gas from the Raton Basin. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and potentially feeding into interstate pipelines. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces some risk factors, though the facility must manage operational risks such as well integrity and methane emissions. The facility's role in the broader gas infrastructure highlights its significance in meeting energy demand in the southwestern United States.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado, near the Raton Basin, which is known for coalbed methane and natural gas production. The area experiences low population density, reducing exposure to populated areas. However, the region is prone to drought and occasional wildfires, which could pose operational risks. The facility must comply with air quality regulations to minimize methane leakage and other emissions, as well as water management practices to protect local groundwater resources.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 7.4 miles southwest of Aguilar, Colorado, in Las Animas County, with the address SEC 31 T31S R65W, zip code 81020.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130, which cover crude petroleum and natural gas extraction as well as natural gas liquid extraction.
The facility is subject to US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines, as well as state regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC).
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction in Colorado must address methane emissions, water usage, and potential impacts on local air quality. Facilities are required to implement leak detection and repair programs, and manage produced water responsibly.
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