Overview
River Barge Works LLC - West Calcasieu Port Facility is a harbour in Sulphur, Louisiana, USA. It serves as a marine utility for barge operations along the Calcasieu River.
River Barge Works LLC - West Calcasieu Port Facility is a harbour located at 7989 Dock Board Rd in Sulphur, Louisiana, within Calcasieu Parish. This operational facility supports barge traffic and related marine activities on the Calcasieu River, a key waterway for industrial transport in the region. The facility operates under US federal and state regulations, including the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for discharges incidental to vessel operations and the Clean Water Act for stormwater management. As a barge-focused harbour, it handles bulk cargo such as chemicals, petroleum products, and agricultural commodities typical of Louisiana's industrial corridor. Situated near the Gulf Coast, the facility plays a role in regional logistics, connecting inland waterways to the Gulf of Mexico. Its operations are subject to environmental oversight to manage potential impacts on nearby coastal habitats and water quality.
Environmental context
The facility is located on the Calcasieu River, which flows into the Calcasieu Lake and the Gulf of Mexico, supporting diverse estuarine habitats. Barge operations involve handling bulk cargo, which requires careful stormwater and oil-water management to prevent spills. Proximity to sensitive coastal wetlands necessitates compliance with US EPA NPDES permits and spill prevention plans.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 7989 Dock Board Rd, Sulphur, Louisiana 70663, USA, on the Calcasieu River.
It is a harbour facility designed for barge operations, supporting the loading, unloading, and transfer of bulk cargo.
The facility must comply with the US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges, the Clean Water Act for stormwater management, and state-level environmental regulations in Louisiana.
Barge facilities in the Calcasieu region commonly handle bulk commodities such as petroleum products, chemicals, grains, and aggregates.
Environmental management includes stormwater pollution prevention plans, spill containment measures, and compliance with NPDES permits to protect the Calcasieu River and nearby coastal habitats.
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