Overview
BAYOU LONG PRODUCTION FACILITY - WILLIAM B-2 TANK BATTERY is an operational oil extraction facility in Stephensville, Louisiana. It supports crude petroleum and natural gas extraction in the Gulf Coast region.
BAYOU LONG PRODUCTION FACILITY - WILLIAM B-2 TANK BATTERY is an operational oil extraction facility located in Stephensville, St. Martin Parish, Louisiana. The facility is part of the extensive oil and gas infrastructure in the Gulf Coast region, a major hub for U.S. hydrocarbon production. Its location near the Gulf of Mexico positions it within a dense network of extraction and processing operations. The facility operates under U.S. federal and state regulations, including EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act requirements for oil and gas extraction. Louisiana's Department of Natural Resources oversees state-level permitting and environmental compliance. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211120) indicate involvement in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for tank batteries that collect and temporarily store produced fluids before transport. As a tank battery, this facility plays a key role in gathering production from multiple wells, separating oil, gas, and water, and preparing crude for pipeline shipment. Its operational status contributes to the regional energy supply chain, supporting downstream refineries and petrochemical plants along the Gulf Coast. The facility's environmental context includes proximity to wetlands and the Mississippi River Delta, requiring careful management of produced water and emissions.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Mississippi River Delta region, characterized by sensitive wetlands and coastal ecosystems. Oil extraction operations in this area must manage produced water, brine, and hydrocarbon emissions to protect local habitats. Louisiana's coastal erosion and subsidence add further environmental considerations, requiring adherence to state and federal spill prevention and waste management regulations.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Stephensville, St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, United States, approximately 16.7 miles northwest of the city center.
It is an oil extraction facility that operates as a tank battery, collecting and separating crude oil, natural gas, and water from nearby wells before sending the oil to pipelines for transport.
A tank battery is a group of storage tanks and associated equipment used to gather produced fluids from multiple wells, separate oil, gas, and water, and store crude oil temporarily before it is transported via pipeline or truck.
Facilities must comply with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as Louisiana Department of Natural Resources regulations for drilling, production, and waste management. Spill prevention and response plans are also required.
Oil extraction in the Gulf Coast can impact wetlands, water quality, and air emissions. Operators must manage produced water, prevent spills, and control volatile organic compound releases to minimize ecological disruption.
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