Overview
Main Pass Block 69 Platform C is an operational oil extraction platform located 12 miles northeast of Pilottown, Louisiana, in the Gulf of Mexico. It operates under U.S. federal and state regulations for offshore oil and gas production.
Main Pass Block 69 Platform C is an oil extraction facility situated in the Gulf of Mexico, approximately 12 miles northeast of Pilottown, Louisiana. The platform is part of the extensive offshore oil infrastructure in the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf, contributing to domestic crude oil production. It is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its role in both oil and associated gas production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE). Offshore platforms like this are subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards for emissions, as well as BSEE safety and environmental management systems. The platform's operations are also governed by the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 and MARPOL Annex I for spill prevention and response. As an offshore extraction platform, Main Pass Block 69 Platform C plays a critical role in the Gulf Coast energy supply chain. Its location in the Mississippi River Delta region places it in an ecologically sensitive area, requiring adherence to strict environmental monitoring and mitigation measures. The facility's operational status underscores its ongoing contribution to regional energy production and economic activity.
Environmental context
The platform is located in the Gulf of Mexico, a region with significant marine biodiversity and sensitive coastal ecosystems. Offshore oil extraction activities pose risks of oil spills, which can impact marine life and coastal habitats. The facility must comply with spill prevention and response plans under the Oil Pollution Act and BSEE regulations. Air emissions from platform operations are regulated under the EPA's CAA Refinery MACT standards to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
Main Pass Block 69 Platform C is located in the Gulf of Mexico, approximately 12 miles northeast of Pilottown, Louisiana, in Plaquemines Parish.
The platform is currently operational, actively involved in oil extraction activities in the Gulf of Mexico.
Offshore oil platforms in the U.S. are regulated by the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) for safety and environmental compliance, and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for air emissions under the Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards.
Offshore oil extraction carries risks of oil spills, which can harm marine ecosystems and coastal areas. Platforms must have spill prevention and response plans in place to mitigate these risks.
The platform contributes to the domestic crude oil supply from the Gulf of Mexico, supporting regional energy production and economic activity in Louisiana.
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