Fausse Point Central Facility 2 Tank Battery #1 - Oil Extraction in Loreauville, Louisiana

Fausse Point Central Facility 2 Tank Battery #1 is an oil extraction facility located in Loreauville, Iberia Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the region's oil production infrastructure, contributing to the broader Gulf Coast energy sector. The facility operates under U.S. environmental regulations, including EPA's Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards and BSEE offshore safety requirements. As a tank battery, it serves as a collection point for crude oil from nearby wells, with typical capacities ranging from small to medium scale. The facility's NAICS codes (211111, 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction activities. Located in the Mississippi River Delta region, the facility is situated in an area with extensive oil and gas infrastructure. Its operations are subject to state and federal oversight to manage environmental impacts, including spill prevention and air quality controls. The facility contributes to local employment and energy supply.

The facility is located in coastal Louisiana, an area with high ecological sensitivity due to wetlands and aquatic habitats. Oil extraction operations pose risks of spills and emissions, requiring adherence to EPA and state regulations. The region's industrial history necessitates ongoing monitoring to protect local ecosystems.