Overview
Dreyfus Minerals #1 Production Facility - Fordoche Field is an operational oil extraction site in Livonia, Louisiana. It operates under US EPA and BSEE regulations for onshore and offshore oil infrastructure.
Dreyfus Minerals #1 Production Facility - Fordoche Field is an operational oil extraction facility located off Highway 77, 2 miles northwest of Livonia, Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana. The facility is part of the Fordoche Field, a known oil-producing area in the state. As an oil extraction site, it contributes to the United States' domestic crude oil supply, operating within the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) for safety and environmental compliance. The facility's technical specifications are not detailed in available records, but typical oil extraction operations in Louisiana involve drilling and production from onshore wells, often using conventional methods. The state's oil infrastructure is heavily regulated under the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards and BSEE offshore regulations, though this onshore facility may fall under state-level Department of Natural Resources oversight. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate the facility handles both crude oil and natural gas liquids. Environmentally, the facility is situated in the Mississippi River Delta region, an ecologically sensitive area with wetlands and waterways. Oil extraction in this region poses risks of spills and habitat disruption, but operators must comply with spill prevention and response plans under the Clean Water Act. The facility's operational status suggests ongoing production, contributing to local employment and energy supply while adhering to environmental safeguards.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Mississippi River Delta region, characterized by wetlands, bayous, and proximity to the Mississippi River. Oil extraction here carries inherent risks of spills and habitat disruption, particularly to aquatic ecosystems. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and state-level spill prevention measures aim to mitigate these risks, though the region's ecological sensitivity remains a concern.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located off Highway 77, 2 miles northwest of Livonia, Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, United States.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude oil and natural gas liquids from the Fordoche Field.
The Fordoche Field is an oil-producing field in Louisiana, part of the Gulf Coast region's petroleum infrastructure.
Facilities like this operate under US EPA regulations, including the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-level oversight from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources.
Risks include oil spills, habitat disruption to wetlands and waterways, and potential impacts on aquatic life. Operators must implement spill prevention and response plans.
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