Evergreen Natural Resources - Tamburelli Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

Evergreen Natural Resources - Tamburelli is a gas extraction facility situated approximately 7.4 miles north of Cokedale, Colorado, in Las Animas County. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply chain in the United States, a country with extensive gas infrastructure and regulatory oversight. The facility operates under NAICS code 211130, which covers natural gas extraction activities. In the United States, gas extraction facilities are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) for pipeline safety and by state-level agencies for drilling and production. Colorado has specific regulations for oil and gas operations, including well spacing, emissions, and water management. As part of the regional gas infrastructure, this facility plays a role in supplying natural gas to local markets and interstate pipelines. The surrounding area in Las Animas County is characterized by rural terrain and moderate population density, which influences operational considerations such as transport logistics and environmental monitoring.

The facility is located in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, where water availability and land use are key environmental considerations. Gas extraction activities in this area are subject to state regulations addressing air emissions, groundwater protection, and surface disturbance. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing some community exposure risks, but seismic and climate hazards such as drought and wildfire may pose operational challenges.