Evergreen Natural Resources - Malibu 22- Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Malibu 22- is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 6.6 miles northwest of Cokedale. The facility is operational and falls under the jurisdiction of US federal pipeline safety regulations, including PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, and operation of gas infrastructure. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate it is involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. In Colorado, gas extraction operations typically utilize hydraulic fracturing and horizontal drilling to access reserves in formations such as the Niobrara and Codell. The region's gas infrastructure is subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) in addition to federal oversight. This facility contributes to the regional gas supply network, supporting local energy needs and downstream industrial users. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain community exposure risks, though seismic and climate hazards in the region are monitored. The facility's role in the broader gas infrastructure system underscores its importance to Colorado's energy landscape.

The facility is located in a rural area of southeastern Colorado, characterized by semi-arid climate and low population density. Proximity to populated areas is minimal, reducing community exposure risks. However, the region is subject to seismic activity from the Raton Basin and occasional extreme weather events such as wildfires and flash floods. These factors are considered in the facility's risk management under PHMSA regulations.