Bayou Long Mobile Production Facility - Oil Extraction in St. Martinville, Louisiana

Bayou Long Mobile Production Facility is an oil extraction facility located in St. Martinville, Louisiana, within the Bayou Long Field. The facility is operational and plays a role in the oil production landscape of the United States, specifically in the Gulf Coast region known for its significant oil and gas activity. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) for offshore and onshore activities. Typical oil extraction operations in Louisiana involve drilling and production techniques suited to the region's geology, including both conventional and unconventional methods. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. Environmental considerations for oil extraction facilities in Louisiana include potential impacts on wetlands and coastal ecosystems. The facility's location in St. Martin Parish places it within an area with rich biodiversity, requiring adherence to environmental regulations to minimize ecological disruption. The facility's operational status suggests ongoing contributions to local energy supply and economic activity.

The facility is situated in the Bayou Long Field within the Mississippi River Delta region, an ecologically sensitive area with extensive wetlands and waterways. Oil extraction activities here must comply with EPA regulations under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as BSEE standards for spill prevention and response. The proximity to coastal habitats necessitates careful management of produced water and drilling fluids to protect local ecosystems.