EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - ELK RUN 22 Gas Extraction Facility, Aguilar, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - ELK RUN 22 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 10.5 miles southwest of Aguilar. 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. As a gas extraction site in the United States, the facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety for natural gas. The facility's location in Colorado places it within a region with active oil and gas development, where state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also apply. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting energy needs in the area. Its operational status and compliance with federal and state regulations ensure safe extraction practices. The site's proximity to rural areas near Aguilar involves standard risk management for gas infrastructure, including monitoring of operating pressures and environmental safeguards.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is low, with the nearest town being Aguilar. The area experiences moderate seismic activity, and the facility's design must account for potential ground movement. Climate hazards include occasional wildfires and drought conditions, which can affect infrastructure integrity.