Evergreen Natural Resources - Lay Creek Gas Extraction Facility, Craig, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Lay Creek is an operational gas extraction facility located in Craig, Colorado, within Moffat County. The facility is situated in a region known for its natural gas reserves and contributes to the local energy infrastructure. As a gas extraction plant, it plays a role in the upstream segment of the natural gas industry, supplying raw gas for processing and distribution. 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 involvement 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 reservoir characteristics and infrastructure. Environmental considerations for gas extraction facilities in this area include proximity to populated areas, operating pressures, and seismic hazards. The facility's location in Moffat County, a rural area, may reduce population density risks, but climate and seismic factors are relevant. The facility's role in the local gas grid supports energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of northwestern Colorado, where water availability and land use are key environmental considerations. Gas extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions and water resources through hydraulic fracturing if employed. The area's seismic activity is generally low, but induced seismicity from injection wells is a monitored concern. Proximity to populated areas like Craig requires adherence to setback regulations and emission controls.