Garden Island Tank Battery #6 (414) - Oil Extraction Facility in Venice, Louisiana

Garden Island Tank Battery #6 (414) is an oil extraction facility located near Venice, Louisiana, in Plaquemines Parish. This operational site is part of the extensive oil infrastructure in the Gulf Coast region, which is a major hub for domestic crude oil production. The facility is situated in a coastal marsh environment, typical of the Mississippi River Delta. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) for offshore and coastal operations. It is subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards and other federal regulations governing oil extraction. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction activities. As a tank battery, this facility serves as a collection point for crude oil from nearby wells, playing a key role in the regional supply chain. Its location in the sensitive coastal ecosystem of Louisiana requires careful environmental management to mitigate risks such as spills and habitat disruption. The facility contributes to the energy supply for the United States while operating in a region with significant ecological importance.

The facility is located in the Mississippi River Delta, a dynamic coastal ecosystem that provides critical habitat for fish and wildlife. Oil extraction operations in this region face inherent risks of spills and leaks, which can impact wetlands and waterways. Regulatory oversight from the EPA and BSEE, along with industry best practices, aims to minimize these environmental risks.