Overview
EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - SOLAR CRES is a gas extraction facility located 17.2 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - SOLAR CRES is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17.2 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 operates within the United States' regulatory framework, which includes PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas transmission. The facility is located in a region known for its natural gas reserves, with typical extraction operations involving drilling and well completion. The regulatory context includes compliance with state and federal environmental standards, as well as safety protocols for high-pressure gas handling. The facility's scale is consistent with medium-sized gas extraction operations in the Rocky Mountain region. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a semi-arid area with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can impact local air quality and water resources. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing production, contributing to the regional energy supply and local economy.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and low population density. Gas extraction operations in this area may affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane. Water usage for hydraulic fracturing and produced water management are key environmental considerations. The region's seismic activity is low, but the facility's proximity to the Raton Basin requires monitoring for induced seismicity.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 17.2 miles west of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County, with coordinates 37.241512 N, -104.914918 W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado must comply with federal regulations including PHMSA pipeline safety rules and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, as well as state-level environmental and safety standards enforced by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission.
Gas extraction operations in the Raton Basin and surrounding areas of Colorado typically range from small to medium scale, with production capacities varying based on well productivity and infrastructure.
The facility provides economic benefits through employment and energy production, but also poses potential risks such as air emissions and water usage. The low population density in the area reduces direct community exposure.
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