Evergreen Natural Resources - Schedler 2 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Schedler 2 is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 5.5 miles west 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 both natural gas and natural gas liquids recovery. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety for natural gas. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC), which oversees drilling, production, and environmental compliance. Typical gas extraction facilities in this region involve well pads, separators, and gathering pipelines that transport raw gas to processing plants. This facility contributes to the regional natural gas supply, supporting local energy needs and industrial activity. Las Animas County is part of the Raton Basin, a known coalbed methane and conventional gas producing area. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing gas production, which feeds into the broader U.S. energy grid and supports downstream industries such as power generation and manufacturing.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southeastern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and rolling hills. Proximity to populated areas is moderate, with the nearest town, Cokedale, about 5.5 miles away. The area is subject to occasional seismic activity, though generally low risk. Climate hazards include drought and wildfire potential, which can impact operations. Regulatory oversight by COGCC includes requirements for well integrity, emissions control, and water management to mitigate environmental impacts.