Overview
CUT OFF 2 TANK BATTERY is an operational oil extraction facility located in Cut Off, Louisiana. It operates under US EPA and BSEE regulations in the Gulf Coast region.
CUT OFF 2 TANK BATTERY is an oil extraction facility located at 715 E 36TH ST in Cut Off, Louisiana, within Lafourche Parish. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in upstream oil and gas production. As an oil extraction facility in the United States, it operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) for offshore and coastal operations. The facility is subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards and other applicable environmental regulations. In Louisiana, oil extraction facilities are also governed by state-level Department of Natural Resources and Department of Environmental Quality regulations. The facility is situated in the Gulf Coast region, a major hub for oil and gas extraction. Its location near coastal areas and wetlands presents environmental considerations related to spill risk and habitat protection. The facility contributes to the local and national energy supply, supporting downstream refining and distribution networks.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Gulf Coast region, which is characterized by sensitive coastal ecosystems including marshes and estuaries. Oil extraction operations in this area face risks of spills and leaks that could impact water quality and wildlife. Regulatory oversight from the EPA and BSEE includes requirements for spill prevention, control, and countermeasure (SPCC) plans, as well as adherence to the Clean Water Act and MARPOL Annex I for marine pollution prevention.
Frequently asked questions
CUT OFF 2 TANK BATTERY is located at 715 E 36TH ST in Cut Off, Louisiana, in Lafourche Parish, United States.
CUT OFF 2 TANK BATTERY is an oil extraction facility involved in the production of crude petroleum and natural gas liquids, classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
Oil extraction facilities in Louisiana are regulated by the US EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, and by BSEE for offshore operations. State regulations from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources and Department of Environmental Quality also apply.
Coastal oil extraction poses risks of spills and leaks that can harm sensitive ecosystems like marshes and estuaries. Facilities must implement spill prevention plans and comply with MARPOL Annex I to minimize environmental impact.
CUT OFF 2 TANK BATTERY is currently operational, as indicated in the facility record.
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