EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - JULIA 31-2 Gas Extraction Facility, Aguilar, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - JULIA 31-2 is a gas extraction facility located approximately 7.5 miles southwest of Aguilar, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and situated in a region known for natural gas production within the Raton Basin. Its NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including PHMSA pipeline safety standards and Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission rules. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region involve drilling and wellhead operations, with gas transported via gathering lines to processing plants. The scale of operations is consistent with regional natural gas fields. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Las Animas County. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain community risks, while the operational status ensures ongoing gas production for downstream markets.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, near the Spanish Peaks and the Raton Basin. The area experiences moderate seismic activity and occasional drought conditions. Proximity to populated areas is low, but the facility's operations involve gas extraction, which can impact local air quality and water resources if not properly managed. Regulatory oversight by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission addresses these concerns.