Overview
EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - SUPER SPOR is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - SUPER SPOR is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 7.4 miles northwest 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, governed by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. As a gas extraction site in Colorado, it is part of a region with significant natural gas production, often associated with the Raton Basin. Typical operations involve drilling, extraction, and initial processing of natural gas before transmission. The facility contributes to the regional energy supply, serving the broader gas infrastructure network. Its location in a rural area with low population density reduces certain risk factors, though it may be subject to seismic and climate hazards common to the Rocky Mountain region. The site's operational status ensures ongoing contribution to local and national gas markets.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. Proximity to populated areas is low, with the nearest town being Cokedale about 7 miles away. The area experiences moderate seismic activity and is prone to drought and wildfire risks. Gas extraction operations may impact local air quality and water resources, necessitating adherence to state and federal environmental regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 7.4 miles northwest of Cokedale, at coordinates 37.200842, -104.742676.
It is a gas extraction facility involved in the production of natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
Gas extraction facilities in Colorado are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety, as well as state-level environmental and drilling regulations.
The Raton Basin in Colorado and New Mexico hosts moderate-scale gas extraction operations, with many facilities producing up to tens of millions of cubic feet per day.
Common risk factors include seismic activity, drought and wildfire hazards, and potential impacts on local water resources from hydraulic fracturing and produced water management.
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