Overview
The Forest Home Facility - White Castle Field is an operational oil extraction site in White Castle, Louisiana. It supports crude petroleum and natural gas extraction in the region.
The Forest Home Facility - White Castle Field is an operational oil extraction facility located approximately 6 miles southwest of White Castle, in Iberville Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is part of the broader oil and gas extraction sector, classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction). Its location in the Gulf Coast region places it within a major hub for U.S. oil and gas production. As an oil extraction facility, the Forest Home Facility operates under federal and state regulatory frameworks, including the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean Air Act regulations for oil and gas operations, as well as state-level oversight from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources. Typical extraction methods in this region involve drilling and well operations, with associated infrastructure for separation and initial processing of crude oil and natural gas. The facility's scale is consistent with the region's extensive oil field operations. The environmental and operational significance of the Forest Home Facility lies in its contribution to domestic energy production. Louisiana's oil and gas industry plays a critical role in the state's economy and national energy supply. The facility's operations are subject to spill prevention and response regulations under the Clean Water Act and state laws, given the proximity to the Mississippi River and sensitive coastal ecosystems. Its ongoing operations support local employment and energy infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the Mississippi River Delta region, an ecologically sensitive area with wetlands and coastal habitats. Oil extraction activities in this region pose risks of spills and habitat disruption. Regulatory oversight includes the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules and state-level coastal management programs. The facility's operations must comply with air quality standards and water discharge permits to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 6 miles southwest of White Castle, in Iberville Parish, Louisiana, United States.
It is an operational oil extraction facility involved in the extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas, classified under NAICS codes 211111 and 211120.
The facility is currently operational.
Facilities must comply with federal regulations such as the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and SPCC rules, as well as state regulations from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources.
Risks include potential oil spills, habitat disruption to wetlands and coastal areas, and air emissions. Regulatory measures aim to mitigate these through permits and response plans.
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