Overview
Little Bayou Pigeon Production Facility #2 is an oil extraction site in the Bayou Pigeon Oil & Gas Field near Jeanerette, Louisiana. It operates in the Gulf Coast region, a major hub for U.S. oil production.
Little Bayou Pigeon Production Facility #2 is an oil extraction facility located in the Bayou Pigeon Oil & Gas Field, approximately 18 miles northeast of Jeanerette, Louisiana. The facility is situated in Iberia Parish and is part of the broader Gulf Coast oil infrastructure, which is a key region for U.S. crude oil production. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both oil and gas extraction. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) for offshore and onshore activities. Given its location in Louisiana, it is subject to state-level regulations from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. The facility likely employs standard oil extraction technologies, including wellhead equipment and separation units, typical for onshore production in the Gulf Coast region. This facility contributes to the local and national energy supply, supporting downstream refining and petrochemical industries in Louisiana. Its proximity to the Gulf Coast enhances its logistical advantages for crude transport via pipeline or barge. The environmental context includes potential risks associated with oil extraction, such as spills and emissions, which are managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Bayou Pigeon Oil & Gas Field, a region characterized by wetlands and bayous that are ecologically sensitive. Oil extraction activities in such areas carry risks of spills and habitat disruption. Regulatory oversight from the EPA and BSEE, along with state agencies, aims to mitigate these impacts through permits and monitoring. The facility's operations are subject to the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, requiring controls on emissions and discharges.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 18 miles northeast of Jeanerette, Louisiana, in Iberia Parish, within the Bayou Pigeon Oil & Gas Field.
It is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil and natural gas liquids from the Bayou Pigeon field, supporting downstream refining and petrochemical operations.
The facility is currently operational, actively extracting oil and gas from the Bayou Pigeon field.
These facilities are regulated by the U.S. EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, and by BSEE for offshore activities. State-level oversight comes from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality.
Risks include potential spills, habitat disruption, and air emissions. Regulatory frameworks require spill prevention plans, emission controls, and monitoring to minimize environmental impact.
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