EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - PACHECO 23 Gas Extraction Facility near Cokedale, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - PACHECO 23 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 13.7 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). It is situated in a region known for oil and gas production within the Raton Basin. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, including PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it involves drilling and production activities typical of the sector. The specific capacity and technical details are not disclosed, but the facility is part of a network of natural gas operations in Colorado. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Las Animas County. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risk factors, though it remains subject to standard environmental and safety regulations for gas extraction operations.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and scrublands. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing population exposure risks. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though not high-risk. Climate hazards include drought and wildfire potential. Standard mitigation measures for gas extraction facilities apply.