Overview
Avery Island FWU & Compressor Station #1 is an operational oil extraction facility located in Avery Island, Louisiana, United States. It supports natural gas and crude oil production in the region.
Avery Island FWU & Compressor Station #1 is an oil extraction facility located in Avery Island, Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's oil and gas infrastructure, supporting the extraction and processing of hydrocarbons. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and relevant New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas operations. Louisiana's Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) also enforces state-specific regulations. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. As part of the oil extraction sector, this facility contributes to the energy supply chain. Its location in Louisiana, a state with extensive oil and gas infrastructure, places it within a network of pipelines and processing plants. The facility's operations are subject to environmental monitoring and safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with oil and gas extraction.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Gulf Coast region, an area with significant oil and gas activity. Local environmental considerations include potential impacts on wetlands and coastal ecosystems. Spill prevention and response measures are critical given the proximity to sensitive habitats. The facility's operations are regulated under the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules and the Clean Water Act.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Avery Island, Louisiana, United States, approximately 5.5 miles southeast of the town center.
It is an oil extraction facility that supports the production and processing of crude oil and natural gas, including compression and fluid handling.
The facility is currently operational.
Facilities like this one must comply with U.S. EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) rules for air emissions, wastewater, and spill prevention.
Key risks include potential spills of crude oil or produced water, air emissions from compressors and engines, and impacts on local wetlands and water bodies. Facilities are required to have spill prevention plans and emission controls.
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