Evergreen Natural Resources - Montoya 1- Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Montoya 1- is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 17.7 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility operates within the United States' robust regulatory framework for natural gas infrastructure, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern design, construction, and operation of gas pipelines. 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. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically range from small to medium scale, supporting local and regional energy supply chains. Operationally, the facility contributes to the natural gas supply network in southeastern Colorado, an area with significant oil and gas activity. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risk factors, though seismic and climate hazards are present. The facility's role in the broader gas infrastructure grid supports energy delivery to downstream consumers.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, with low population density, which reduces potential exposure to populated areas. The region experiences moderate seismic activity and is subject to climate hazards such as wildfires and severe storms, which could impact gas extraction operations. Proximity to natural habitats and water resources necessitates adherence to environmental regulations to minimize ecological disruption.