KAPLAN FIELD TANK BATTERY - Oil Extraction Facility in Kaplan, Louisiana

KAPLAN FIELD TANK BATTERY is an operational oil extraction facility located on Romaine Rd, south of Hwy 14, in Kaplan, Vermilion Parish, Louisiana. The facility is part of the United States' extensive oil infrastructure, contributing to the country's domestic crude oil supply. As a tank battery, it serves as a collection point for crude oil from nearby wells, where it is temporarily stored before being transported for refining. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Refinery MACT standards, as well as state-level regulations from the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. Given its location in Louisiana, a state with a dense network of oil and gas infrastructure, the facility is subject to oversight for emissions, spill prevention, and safety. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction) indicate its role in upstream oil and gas operations. Environmental considerations for this facility include potential impacts on local air quality and water resources, particularly given its proximity to the Gulf Coast region. The facility's operational status and location in a rural area suggest it plays a role in the local economy, supporting employment and energy production. Its significance lies in its contribution to the broader U.S. oil supply chain, from extraction to refining.

Located in coastal Louisiana, the facility operates in a region with sensitive wetlands and waterways. Oil extraction activities pose risks of spills and emissions, which are regulated under the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules and the Clean Air Act. The facility's proximity to the Gulf of Mexico also raises considerations for marine pollution prevention under MARPOL Annex I.