Evergreen Natural Resources - Keyton 41- Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Keyton 41- is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 7.1 miles southwest of Cokedale. The facility operates in the Raton Basin, a geological formation known for coalbed methane and conventional natural gas production. The site is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream gas production. The facility is operational and is situated in a rural area of southeastern Colorado. The Raton Basin has been a focus of natural gas development since the early 2000s, with production primarily from coal seams and tight sand formations. Regulatory oversight for this facility falls under the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which enforces state-specific rules for drilling, completion, and production. Federal regulations from the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 apply to downstream gas gathering and transmission lines. As a gas extraction site, Evergreen Natural Resources - Keyton 41- contributes to the regional energy supply, supporting local and interstate natural gas markets. The facility's location in a sparsely populated area reduces some risk factors, though the presence of coalbed methane operations may involve water management and methane emissions considerations. The site is part of a broader network of wells in the Raton Basin, which has seen fluctuating production levels tied to commodity prices and regulatory changes.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and scrub vegetation. The area experiences low annual precipitation and is prone to drought, which can affect water availability for drilling and hydraulic fracturing operations. The Raton Basin has a history of coal mining, and gas extraction from coal seams can release methane and produced water, requiring careful management to protect groundwater and surface water resources. The region's seismic activity is low, but the proximity to the Sangre de Cristo Mountains means that terrain and weather conditions can impact access and operations.