Evergreen Natural Resources - Montoya 21 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Montoya 21 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17.1 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas supply chain within the United States. 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 pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its involvement in both natural gas and natural gas liquids production. The environmental context of the facility includes its location in a rural area of Colorado, where gas extraction activities are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing impacts on air quality, water resources, and local ecosystems. The facility's proximity to populated areas and its operational practices are key considerations for its environmental footprint.

The facility is located in a rural area of Las Animas County, Colorado, where gas extraction operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations. Key concerns include potential impacts on air quality from emissions, water usage and contamination risks, and land disturbance. The region's semi-arid climate and ecological sensitivity necessitate careful management of these factors.