Evergreen Natural Resources - Ladyhawke Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Ladyhawke is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 5.1 miles northwest of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and falls under the Gas Extraction sector, with NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). Its location in the Raton Basin places it within a region known for coalbed methane and conventional natural gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and the Department of Transportation's 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. Colorado's Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) also oversees state-level regulations. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region employ hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access natural gas from the Trinidad Sandstone and other formations. Environmental considerations for this facility include its proximity to rural communities and potential impacts on local air quality and water resources. The Raton Basin has experienced seismic activity related to wastewater injection, though the Ladyhawke site's specific risk profile depends on operational practices. The facility contributes to the regional natural gas supply, supporting energy needs in Colorado and beyond.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate human exposure risks. However, gas extraction activities can contribute to local air emissions, including methane and volatile organic compounds. The area's geology may influence groundwater quality, and proper well integrity is essential to prevent migration of formation fluids. Regional seismic hazards are low, but induced seismicity from injection wells is a consideration in the Raton Basin.