BRENDA JONES 5-1 FACILITY - Oil Extraction in Coushatta, Louisiana

BRENDA JONES 5-1 FACILITY is an oil extraction facility located approximately 11.9 miles north-northeast of Coushatta, in Red River Parish, Louisiana. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is part of the broader Gulf Coast petroleum infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources. Oil extraction in Louisiana is subject to the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-specific regulations for drilling and production. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. Oil extraction facilities in Louisiana play a significant role in the state's economy and energy supply. The region's geology, including the Haynesville Shale and other formations, supports substantial oil and gas production. Environmental considerations include groundwater protection and surface water management to prevent contamination.

The facility is located in a region with active oil extraction, which poses risks of groundwater contamination from drilling fluids and produced water. Louisiana's coastal and inland ecosystems are sensitive to hydrocarbon releases. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate these risks through permitting and monitoring requirements.