Overview
Evergreen Natural Resources - Zuess Fede 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 - Zuess Fede is a gas extraction facility located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 11.9 miles southwest of Aguilar. The facility is situated in the Raton Basin, a region known for coalbed methane production. It operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern pipeline safety and gas transmission. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211130) indicate it engages in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as well as natural gas liquid extraction. Gas extraction facilities in this region typically range from small to medium scale, with production often tied to local geology and infrastructure. The operational status is active, suggesting ongoing extraction activities. Environmentally, the facility is located in a semi-arid region with low population density, reducing immediate community exposure risks. However, gas extraction operations can impact local air quality and water resources. The facility's proximity to the Spanish Peaks and the Santa Fe Trail corridor adds regional ecological significance. Compliance with PHMSA regulations ensures safety measures are in place for pipeline integrity and emergency response.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a semi-arid, rural area of southern Colorado, characterized by grasslands and piñon-juniper woodlands. The region experiences moderate seismic activity and occasional wildfires, which pose operational risks. Gas extraction activities can affect local air quality through methane emissions and water resources through hydraulic fracturing or produced water management. The low population density reduces immediate human exposure, but wildlife habitats in the area may be sensitive to disturbance.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Las Animas County, Colorado, approximately 11.9 miles southwest of Aguilar, with coordinates 37.282354 N, -104.821354 W.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas and natural gas liquids, operating under NAICS codes 211111 and 211130.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas pipelines and facilities.
Gas extraction in Colorado ranges from small to large scale, with the Raton Basin hosting coalbed methane operations. Facilities often have capacities from a few million to over 100 million cubic feet per day.
Risks include methane emissions, water usage and contamination, and potential impacts on local wildlife. The semi-arid climate and low population density moderate some risks, but regulatory compliance is critical.
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