Overview
EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - JACKS 24-6 is an operational gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - JACKS 24-6 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 15 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the Raton Basin. As a gas extraction site, it contributes to the local energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas pipelines. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in both natural gas and natural gas liquids extraction. Typical gas extraction facilities in Colorado range from small to medium scale, with capacities varying based on well productivity. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to populated areas and potential impacts on local air and water quality. The region's semi-arid climate and geological characteristics influence operational practices. The facility's role in the local gas grid supports energy distribution for residential and industrial use in southeastern Colorado.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado with low population density, reducing immediate exposure risks. However, gas extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions and water resources through potential groundwater contamination. Seismic activity in the area is low, but climate hazards such as drought and wildfires may pose operational risks. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) addresses these environmental concerns.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 15 miles west of Cokedale, with coordinates 37.171447 N, -104.895240 W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
Gas extraction in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and federal agencies like PHMSA, with pipeline safety governed by DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
The facility is operational, as indicated in the public record.
Common concerns include air emissions, water usage and contamination, land disturbance, and potential impacts on local wildlife. Regulatory frameworks aim to mitigate these through permits and monitoring.
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