Evergreen Natural Resources - Spyglass 1 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Spyglass 1 is an operational gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 7.1 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is part of the United States' extensive natural gas infrastructure, serving the region's energy supply chain. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both upstream extraction and natural gas liquid recovery. The facility's location in Colorado places it within a region with significant natural gas activity, contributing to local energy production and economic development.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, where water resources are limited and sensitive to industrial activity. Proximity to populated areas and potential seismic activity in the Rocky Mountain region are relevant environmental considerations. The site's operations are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at minimizing impacts on air quality, water resources, and local ecosystems.