EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - TRIPLE CRO Gas Extraction Facility, Las Animas County, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - TRIPLE CRO is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 15.9 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and contributes to the natural gas supply in the region. It operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. The facility's technical specifications are not detailed in available data, but typical gas extraction operations in Colorado involve drilling and processing natural gas from underground reservoirs. The state has a robust regulatory environment, including Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) rules, which address well integrity, emissions, and water management. The facility likely employs standard extraction and separation technologies. Environmentally, the facility is situated in a rural area of southern Colorado, near the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The region's semi-arid climate and ecological sensitivity require careful management of water resources and emissions. The facility's role in the local gas infrastructure supports energy supply for residential, commercial, and industrial users in the region.

The facility is located in a rural, semi-arid region of southern Colorado, near the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Gas extraction operations in this area must manage water usage and potential impacts on local ecosystems. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate community exposure. Seismic and climate hazards are moderate, with occasional drought and wildfire risks.