M P Erwin Production Facility - East Hackberry Field: Oil Extraction in Hackberry, Louisiana

M P Erwin Production Facility - East Hackberry Field is an oil extraction facility located approximately 1.5 miles northeast of Hackberry, Louisiana, in Cameron Parish. The facility is operational and engages in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211111 and 211120. It is situated in the Gulf Coast region, a major hub for oil and gas production in the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE). As an oil extraction site, it is subject to Clean Air Act regulations, including Refinery MACT standards, and offshore safety and environmental requirements. The facility's location in coastal Louisiana places it within a region with extensive oil infrastructure and associated environmental oversight. The East Hackberry Field is part of a historically significant oil-producing area in Louisiana. The facility contributes to the regional energy supply and supports local employment. Its proximity to the Gulf Coast raises considerations for spill prevention and response, governed by MARPOL Annex I and US Coast Guard regulations.

Located in coastal Louisiana, the facility operates in a region with high ecological sensitivity, including wetlands and estuaries. Oil extraction activities pose risks of spills and habitat disruption. Regulatory oversight from the EPA and BSEE addresses these concerns through spill prevention plans and environmental impact assessments.