EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - YWAM 7-23 Gas Extraction Facility, Cokedale, Colorado

EVERGREEN NATURAL RESOURCES - YWAM 7-23 is a gas extraction facility situated in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 17.1 miles west of Cokedale. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's natural gas production, which is a key component of Colorado's energy sector. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211130 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its involvement in both raw gas extraction and processing of natural gas liquids. In Colorado, gas extraction facilities are regulated by the Colorado Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (COGCC) and must comply with federal PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas gathering and transmission lines. This facility plays a role in the local gas infrastructure network, supporting energy supply for the region. Its location in a rural area of Las Animas County reflects typical siting for gas extraction operations, which often prioritize proximity to resource basins while managing environmental and community impacts.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and scrublands. Proximity to populated areas is limited, reducing immediate community exposure. However, gas extraction operations can pose risks related to air emissions, water usage, and potential leaks. The area's seismic risk is low, but climate hazards such as drought and wildfire could affect operations. Regulatory oversight by COGCC and PHMSA helps mitigate these risks through well construction standards and leak detection requirements.