EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - CROC 42-9 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - CROC 42-9 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 2.6 miles northwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It is part of the broader natural gas infrastructure in the Rocky Mountain region. As a gas extraction site, the facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The facility's location in Colorado places it in a region with significant natural gas production, often involving hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling techniques. Typical gas extraction facilities in this area have capacities ranging from small to medium scale. The facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local and regional markets, contributing to energy security and economic activity in Las Animas County. Its operational status indicates ongoing extraction activities, which are subject to environmental monitoring and safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with gas extraction and transportation.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and agricultural land. Proximity to populated areas like Cokedale and Trinidad raises considerations for community safety and air quality. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though generally low magnitude. Climate hazards include drought and wildfire risk, which can impact operations and infrastructure integrity.