Allain 13 #1 Oil Extraction Facility, Frierson, Louisiana

Allain 13 #1 is an oil extraction facility located in Frierson, Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and situated in the DeSoto Parish, a region with a history of oil and gas activity. As part of the broader oil extraction sector in Louisiana, it contributes to the state's significant hydrocarbon production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources. Oil extraction in this region typically involves conventional drilling methods, with wells targeting reservoirs in the Gulf Coast Basin. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction operations. Environmental considerations for oil extraction facilities in Louisiana include potential impacts on wetlands and water resources. The facility's location near White Springs Road suggests proximity to sensitive ecosystems. Operational practices must comply with state and federal regulations to minimize environmental footprint, including spill prevention and waste management protocols.

Oil extraction in Louisiana's DeSoto Parish occurs in a landscape of mixed pine forests and agricultural land, with proximity to the Red River watershed. The region's geology includes salt domes and fault lines, which can influence extraction techniques and environmental risks. Spill prevention and groundwater protection are key environmental concerns, regulated under the Clean Water Act and state oilfield rules.