Overview
Enterprise Products Operating LLC - Pleasant Hill Treating Facility is an operational oil extraction plant in Pelican, Louisiana, USA. It processes crude oil and natural gas liquids in the DeSoto Parish region.
Enterprise Products Operating LLC - Pleasant Hill Treating Facility is an operational oil extraction plant located at 4827 Hwy 177 (Wallace Rd) in Pelican, Louisiana, within DeSoto Parish. The facility is part of the Enterprise Products Partners network, a major midstream energy company, and focuses on treating and processing hydrocarbons from nearby wells. The facility operates under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction), 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), 211130 (Natural Gas Extraction), and 213112 (Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations). In the United States, oil extraction facilities like this are regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act, as well as state-level regulations from the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. Typical operations involve separation of oil, gas, and water, with treatment to meet pipeline specifications. The Pleasant Hill Treating Facility plays a key role in the regional energy infrastructure, processing production from the Haynesville Shale and other formations. Its location in northwestern Louisiana supports the broader Gulf Coast refining and petrochemical complex, contributing to domestic energy supply and local economic activity.
Environmental context
Oil extraction facilities in Louisiana face environmental considerations including potential impacts on wetlands and water resources. The facility's operations involve handling produced water and hydrocarbons, requiring adherence to spill prevention and wastewater management regulations. DeSoto Parish is characterized by forested areas and agricultural land, with the Red River watershed nearby, making groundwater protection a priority. Regulatory oversight includes the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules and state-level permits for air emissions and water discharges.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 4827 Hwy 177 (Wallace Rd) in Pelican, Louisiana, USA, within DeSoto Parish.
It is an oil extraction plant that treats and processes crude oil and natural gas liquids from nearby wells, separating oil, gas, and water for pipeline delivery.
The facility is operated by Enterprise Products Operating LLC, a subsidiary of Enterprise Products Partners, a major midstream energy company.
Facilities must comply with the EPA's Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and SPCC rules, as well as Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality permits for air emissions and wastewater.
Operations must manage produced water and hydrocarbon handling to protect local wetlands and the Red River watershed, with spill prevention and groundwater monitoring required.
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