EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - KELLY 44-2 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - KELLY 44-2 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 8.4 miles west of Cokedale. 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, this facility operates within 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 a rural area of Colorado aligns with typical gas extraction operations in the Rocky Mountain region, where natural gas production is a significant economic activity. The facility contributes to the regional gas supply chain, supporting downstream processing and distribution networks. Its operational status underscores its role in meeting local and national energy demands, while adherence to federal safety regulations ensures responsible resource extraction.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density development. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing direct exposure risks. However, gas extraction operations in this area may face challenges related to water availability and potential impacts on local air quality. The region's seismic activity is low, but climate hazards such as drought and wildfire could pose operational risks.