Evergreen Natural Resources - Celica 32- Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Celica 32- is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 14.3 miles northwest of Cokedale. The facility operates within the Raton Basin, a known coalbed methane and natural gas producing area. As a gas extraction site, it plays a role in the United States' domestic energy supply, supporting local and regional energy markets. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Additionally, Colorado's Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) oversees state-level regulations for drilling and production. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction, suggesting a multi-product operation. Environmentally, the facility is located in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can involve methane emissions and water usage, which are managed through state and federal permitting. The facility's operational status and location in a historically active basin underscore its contribution to the local economy and energy infrastructure.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of Colorado with low population density, which reduces the risk of direct community exposure. Gas extraction operations in this area are subject to Colorado's air quality and water management regulations, including methane emission controls and groundwater protection measures. The Raton Basin's geological characteristics influence the facility's operational practices and environmental monitoring requirements.