Overview
EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - PAYDEN 41- is a gas extraction facility located near Cokedale, Colorado, USA. It operates in Las Animas County and is currently operational.
EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - PAYDEN 41- is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 3.9 miles northwest of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream natural gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern natural gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site, it likely involves wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas. The region's geology in the Raton Basin supports coalbed methane and conventional gas production. This facility contributes to the local energy supply and economic activity in Las Animas County. Its proximity to rural areas underscores the importance of adherence to safety regulations regarding well integrity and emission controls. The operational status ensures ongoing gas supply to downstream infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing population exposure risks. However, the area is subject to occasional seismic activity and drought conditions, which can affect well integrity and water resources. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state rules addresses these hazards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 3.9 miles northwest of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County, with coordinates 37.191711 N, -104.670944 W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas, including natural gas liquids, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility is currently operational.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state rules from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), covering well construction, emissions, and water protection.
The Raton Basin hosts both coalbed methane and conventional gas wells, with production rates varying widely. Facilities like this one are typically small to medium in scale, contributing to regional gas supply.
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