Overview
LICHTENBERG #1 PRODUCTION FACILITY - MORGANZA FIELD is an operational oil extraction facility in Morganza, Louisiana, USA. It supports regional crude oil production from the Morganza field.
LICHTENBERG #1 PRODUCTION FACILITY - MORGANZA FIELD is an operational oil extraction facility located in Morganza, Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is situated off Highways 10 and 1, approximately 4.5 miles southeast of Morganza, and serves as a key production site for the Morganza oil field. As part of the U.S. oil extraction sector, it contributes to the nation's domestic crude oil supply. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources. Oil extraction activities are subject to Clean Air Act regulations, including New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for crude oil and natural gas production, as well as spill prevention, control, and countermeasure (SPCC) requirements. The facility's NAICS code 211120 indicates it is primarily engaged in crude petroleum extraction. Environmental considerations for oil extraction facilities in Louisiana include potential impacts on local wetlands and water quality, given the state's extensive coastal and riverine ecosystems. The facility's location near the Mississippi River and the Atchafalaya Basin highlights the importance of spill prevention and groundwater protection. Operational practices typically involve wellhead separation, storage, and transport of crude oil, with associated emissions and waste management requirements under state and federal regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Mississippi River Delta region, an ecologically sensitive area with extensive wetlands, bayous, and wildlife habitats. Oil extraction operations in this region must manage risks of spills, groundwater contamination, and air emissions. Regulatory frameworks such as the EPA's SPCC rule and Louisiana's coastal zone management program aim to mitigate these impacts. The proximity to the Atchafalaya Basin, a major floodplain and biodiversity hotspot, underscores the need for robust environmental safeguards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located off Highways 10 and 1, approximately 4.5 miles southeast of Morganza, in Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, USA.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from the Morganza field, contributing to domestic petroleum supply.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in Louisiana must comply with federal EPA regulations such as the Clean Air Act, SPCC rules, and state-level requirements from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources, including coastal zone management and water discharge permits.
Key concerns include spill risks to wetlands and waterways, groundwater contamination, air emissions from flaring and equipment, and habitat disruption. Regulatory programs like SPCC and NPDES permits aim to minimize these impacts.
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