DREYFUS ET AL A #1 WELLSITE FACILITY - FORDOCHE FIELD, LOTTIE, Louisiana | Oil Extraction

The DREYFUS ET AL A #1 WELLSITE FACILITY - FORDOCHE FIELD is an oil extraction site located in LOTTIE, Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production as part of the Fordoche Field. It operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating a focus on both crude oil and natural gas liquids. In the United States, oil extraction facilities like this one are regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act, as well as state-level agencies such as the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources. The facility's operations are subject to emissions standards and spill prevention requirements. Typical extraction methods in Louisiana involve both onshore and coastal drilling, with a focus on maximizing recovery from existing fields. The Fordoche Field is a known oil-producing area in Louisiana, and this facility plays a role in maintaining local energy supply. The environmental context includes proximity to the Mississippi River Delta and sensitive wetland ecosystems, which require careful management of drilling fluids and produced water to minimize ecological impact.

The facility is located in Louisiana's coastal plain, an area with extensive wetlands and proximity to the Mississippi River. Oil extraction operations here must manage risks of spills and habitat disruption. Regulatory oversight includes EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules and state requirements for wetland protection. The facility's location near sensitive ecosystems necessitates robust containment and monitoring practices.