EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - STATE 41-1 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - STATE 41-1 is a gas extraction facility situated 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), indicating its role in upstream gas production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the United States, specifically under the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is part of a region with significant natural gas activity, particularly in the Raton Basin, known for coalbed methane production. This facility contributes to the local energy infrastructure, supplying natural gas to downstream markets. Its location in a rural area of southern Colorado reduces proximity to dense populations, but it still adheres to stringent safety and environmental standards. The operational status ensures ongoing gas supply to the regional grid.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is low, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction activities can involve methane emissions and water usage, requiring adherence to state and federal environmental regulations. The area's seismic risk is low, but climate hazards such as drought and wildfire may pose operational challenges.