EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - FROG 13-12 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - FROG 13-12 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 7.5 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the Raton Basin. It operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate it is involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction as well as natural gas liquid extraction. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically range from small to medium scale, with production tied to local geological formations. The facility is subject to Colorado state regulations and federal oversight to ensure safe operations. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and potentially feeding into interstate pipelines. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain community risks, though environmental monitoring remains important for groundwater and air quality in the Raton Basin.

The facility is located 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 Cokedale about 7.5 miles away. The area has moderate seismic hazard and is subject to occasional drought conditions. Operations must comply with Colorado's air quality regulations and water management practices to mitigate impacts on local ecosystems.