Overview
LAWTON #2 FACILITY is an operational oil extraction plant in Vinton, Louisiana, United States. It supports crude petroleum and natural gas extraction activities in the region.
LAWTON #2 FACILITY is an oil extraction plant located in Vinton, Calcasieu County, Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil and gas production, which is a key component of Louisiana's energy sector. 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. The NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Extraction) indicate that the facility is involved in both oil and gas extraction, typical for the region. Louisiana's oil extraction industry is concentrated in the Gulf Coast region, with significant infrastructure for refining and transportation. The facility's location near the Gulf of Mexico and major transportation routes like Interstate 10 positions it within a network that supports downstream refining and petrochemical operations, contributing to the local economy and energy supply.
Environmental context
The facility is located in southwestern Louisiana, an area with extensive oil and gas extraction activities. The region's coastal and wetland ecosystems are sensitive to potential spills and emissions from extraction operations. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate environmental impacts, including air emissions and water contamination risks associated with oil extraction.
Frequently asked questions
LAWTON #2 FACILITY is located in Vinton, Calcasieu County, Louisiana, United States, near Interstate 10 and Highway 108 South.
LAWTON #2 FACILITY is an operational oil extraction plant involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as indicated by its NAICS codes.
LAWTON #2 FACILITY is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in Louisiana must comply with federal regulations such as the EPA's Clean Air Act and Refinery MACT standards, as well as state regulations from the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality.
Louisiana is a major oil and gas producing state, with extraction activities concentrated along the Gulf Coast. The industry supports refining, petrochemical manufacturing, and contributes significantly to the state's economy.
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