Overview
DUGAS & LEBLANC LTD ET AL #1 PRODUCTION FACILITY is an operational oil extraction facility located near Plaquemine, Louisiana, USA. It operates under NAICS code 211120, representing crude petroleum extraction.
DUGAS & LEBLANC LTD ET AL #1 PRODUCTION FACILITY is an oil extraction facility located approximately 2 miles northeast of Plaquemine, Louisiana, in Iberville Parish. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211120, which covers crude petroleum extraction. Louisiana is a major hub for oil and gas production, with extensive infrastructure supporting both onshore and offshore operations. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ). Oil extraction facilities in the region are subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), including requirements for spill prevention and control. The facility's scale is typical for onshore extraction in the Gulf Coast region, where numerous small to medium-sized production sites exist. As part of the broader oil extraction network in Louisiana, this facility contributes to the state's significant crude oil output. The proximity to the Mississippi River and the Gulf Coast presents environmental considerations related to potential spills and habitat disruption. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing contribution to regional energy supply and economic activity.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Mississippi River Delta region, an ecologically sensitive area with extensive wetlands and diverse wildlife. Oil extraction activities in this region pose risks of spills and habitat degradation. The facility must comply with federal and state regulations, including the Clean Water Act's spill prevention measures and the Oil Pollution Act of 1990. The proximity to waterways increases the potential impact of any accidental releases on aquatic ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 2 miles northeast of Plaquemine, Louisiana, in Iberville Parish, United States.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum, classified under NAICS code 211120.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in Louisiana must comply with the U.S. Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and the Oil Pollution Act of 1990, enforced by the EPA and LDEQ.
The region's wetlands and waterways are sensitive to oil spills and habitat disruption. Facilities must implement spill prevention and response plans to mitigate these risks.
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