EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - FRODO 32 Gas Extraction Facility, Aguilar, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - FRODO 32 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 9.6 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). It is situated in a region with significant natural gas activity, reflecting the broader energy infrastructure of the Rocky Mountain area. The facility operates within the United States regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it likely employs standard drilling and wellhead technologies typical of the region. Such facilities in Colorado often range from small to medium scale, supporting local and regional gas supply chains. This facility contributes to the natural gas supply network serving southern Colorado and surrounding areas. Its location in a rural, seismically stable area reduces certain environmental risks, though proximity to populated areas and climate hazards like wildfires may be considerations. The facility's role in the gas infrastructure supports energy needs while adhering to federal and state safety standards.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density. The region experiences a semi-arid climate with moderate seismic risk. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing potential exposure from gas extraction operations. Climate hazards such as wildfires and drought may pose operational risks, but the facility's design and regulatory compliance under US PHMSA standards help mitigate these factors.