Overview
Evergreen Natural Resources - Bruin 23-2 is a gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, USA. It operates in Las Animas County, a region with active natural gas production.
Evergreen Natural Resources - Bruin 23-2 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 8.9 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and classified under 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 under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. In Colorado, the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also oversees drilling and production activities. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region range from small to medium scale, often involving multiple wells and gathering pipelines. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Las Animas County. Its location in the Raton Basin, a known coalbed methane and conventional gas area, places it within a region with established gas infrastructure. The facility's operational status supports ongoing gas production for regional markets.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas is moderate, with the nearest town being Cokedale. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though generally low. Climate hazards include drought and wildfire risk, which can impact operations. The facility's gas extraction activities involve typical environmental considerations such as water usage and methane emissions management.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 8.9 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County, USA.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of crude petroleum and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility is subject to U.S. PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and Colorado state regulations from the COGCC.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small single-well sites to large multi-well pads, with production varying by basin. The Raton Basin, where this facility is located, has moderate production levels.
Key environmental factors include water management, methane emissions, and land use. The semi-arid climate and proximity to agricultural land require careful operational practices.
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