Overview
Marie Thibodeaux #1 Tank Battery - Anse LaButte Field is an operational oil extraction facility in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. It serves as a tank battery for crude oil gathering and storage in the Anse LaButte Field.
Marie Thibodeaux #1 Tank Battery - Anse LaButte Field is an oil extraction facility located off Highway 94, 1.7 miles southwest of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana. The facility operates as a tank battery within the Anse LaButte Field, a historic oil-producing region in St. Martin Parish. As a tank battery, it collects crude oil from nearby wells, separates gas and water, and stores the oil for transport. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources. Oil extraction in Louisiana is subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), with specific requirements for emissions controls and spill prevention. Tank batteries like this one are typically equipped with vapor recovery units and secondary containment to minimize environmental impact. This facility contributes to the regional oil production in the Gulf Coast area, which is a major hub for U.S. crude oil extraction. The Anse LaButte Field has been producing since the early 20th century, and this tank battery supports ongoing operations in a mature field. The facility's role in gathering and storing crude oil is essential for the local supply chain, feeding into pipelines and refineries in Louisiana.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Atchafalaya Basin region, a vast wetland ecosystem that provides critical habitat for wildlife and acts as a natural flood buffer. Oil extraction activities in this area require careful management to prevent spills and protect water quality. The facility's tank battery design includes secondary containment and spill prevention measures to mitigate risks to the surrounding environment.
Frequently asked questions
Marie Thibodeaux #1 Tank Battery is located off Highway 94, 1.7 miles southwest of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, in St. Martin Parish.
A tank battery collects crude oil from multiple wells, separates gas and water, and stores the oil before it is transported via pipeline or truck to refineries.
The Anse LaButte Field is an oil-producing field in Louisiana that has been in operation since the early 20th century, contributing to the region's petroleum industry.
Oil extraction facilities in Louisiana must comply with the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state regulations from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources, including spill prevention and emissions controls.
Tank batteries use vapor recovery units to capture emissions and secondary containment systems to prevent spills, reducing the risk of soil and water contamination.
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