EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - BLUETOOTH Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - BLUETOOTH is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 18.5 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and falls under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. 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 location in a rural area of southern Colorado suggests typical extraction operations with associated gathering lines and processing infrastructure. This facility contributes to the regional natural gas supply, supporting local energy needs and potentially feeding into interstate pipelines. Its operational status underscores its role in the broader gas infrastructure network of the United States, particularly in the Rocky Mountain region known for significant natural gas reserves.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is low given its rural setting, but the area is subject to seismic activity from the Rio Grande Rift zone. Climate hazards include drought and wildfire risk, which can impact infrastructure integrity. The facility's operations involve gas extraction, which requires careful management of emissions and water usage to minimize local environmental impact.