EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - STATE 16-3 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - STATE 16-3 is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, about 14.6 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 is situated in the Raton Basin, a region known for coalbed methane and conventional natural gas production. As a gas extraction site in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and integrity. The facility's location in a rural, sparsely populated area of southern Colorado reduces certain population-related risks, but the region's seismic and climate hazards, including potential for wildfires and occasional seismic activity, are factors in its risk profile. The facility contributes to the natural gas supply chain, feeding into local gathering systems and potentially interstate pipelines. Its role in the Raton Basin supports regional energy production and economic activity, while adherence to federal safety standards ensures operational integrity.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing human exposure risks. However, the area is subject to drought and wildfire hazards, which can impact infrastructure. Seismic activity in the Raton Basin is generally low but has been associated with wastewater injection in the past. The facility's operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations, including air quality permits and spill prevention plans.