Evergreen Natural Resources - Skywalker F Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Skywalker F is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 3 miles northwest of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the United States, a country with extensive gas infrastructure regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both gas and liquid hydrocarbon extraction. Gas extraction facilities in Colorado typically range from small to medium scale, often serving local gathering systems that feed into larger transmission networks. As part of the Colorado gas infrastructure, this facility supports regional energy needs and economic activity. Its location in a rural area near Cokedale suggests lower population density, which can reduce certain operational risks. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing contribution to the natural gas supply chain in the region.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low-density development. Proximity to populated areas is limited, with the nearest community being Cokedale. The area is not prone to significant seismic activity, but climate hazards such as drought and wildfire may pose risks. Regulatory oversight under PHMSA and state-level Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules helps manage environmental impacts.