Risk: Medium Oil Extraction Operational

Acadia Gas Processing Plant - Oil Extraction Facility in Egan, Louisiana

EGAN, Louisiana, United States

Overview

Acadia Gas Processing Plant in Egan, Louisiana, is an operational oil extraction facility. It processes natural gas from oil extraction operations in the Acadia region.

Acadia Gas Processing Plant is an operational oil extraction facility located at 766 S Plant Rd, Egan, Louisiana, in the United States. The plant is situated in Acadia Parish and processes natural gas associated with oil extraction activities in the region. As a gas processing plant, it plays a key role in separating natural gas liquids and other components from raw natural gas produced at oil wells. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards and other applicable emissions regulations. The plant's NAICS codes (211112, 211120, 211130, 483211) indicate involvement in natural gas liquid extraction, crude petroleum extraction, and support activities for oil and gas operations. The facility is part of the broader Gulf Coast oil and gas infrastructure, which is characterized by extensive pipeline networks and processing capacity. The Acadia Gas Processing Plant contributes to the regional energy supply by processing natural gas for downstream use in residential, commercial, and industrial applications. Its location in Louisiana places it within a major hub for U.S. oil and gas production, with proximity to the Gulf of Mexico and associated transportation infrastructure. The plant's operational status ensures continued support for local and national energy demands.

Environmental context

The plant is located in Acadia Parish, Louisiana, a region with extensive oil and gas infrastructure. The facility's operations involve processing natural gas, which includes combustion and potential emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and hazardous air pollutants (HAPs). The site is subject to EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act, including Refinery MACT standards for emissions control. The region's coastal and wetland ecosystems may be sensitive to any accidental releases, though the plant's primary environmental focus is on air quality management.

Frequently asked questions

Acadia Gas Processing Plant is located at 766 S Plant Rd, Egan, Louisiana 70531-3820, United States.

Acadia Gas Processing Plant processes natural gas from oil extraction operations, separating natural gas liquids and other components for downstream use.

The plant is currently operational, supporting regional oil and gas production.

The plant operates under U.S. EPA regulations, including the Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards for emissions control.

Gas processing plants separate valuable natural gas liquids from raw natural gas, enabling efficient transport and use of both gas and liquids in energy markets.

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