MEANS #4 PRODUCTION FACILITY - Oil Extraction in Kingston, Louisiana

MEANS #4 PRODUCTION FACILITY is an oil extraction facility located in Kingston, De Soto Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and situated along Highway 5 West, approximately 3.2 miles west of Kingston. It operates within the oil extraction sector, which is a key component of the region's energy industry. The facility is classified under NAICS codes 211111 (Crude Petroleum Extraction) and 211120 (Natural Gas Liquid Extraction), indicating its involvement in both crude oil and natural gas liquids production. In Louisiana, oil extraction facilities are subject to state and federal regulations, including the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act, as well as oversight by the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources and the Environmental Protection Agency. Typical operations involve drilling, extraction, and initial processing of hydrocarbons. As part of the oil extraction infrastructure in Louisiana, this facility contributes to the state's significant oil production capacity. Louisiana is a major oil-producing state, with extensive pipeline networks and refining capacity downstream. The facility's location in De Soto Parish places it within the Haynesville Shale region, known for natural gas production, though the facility's focus on oil extraction suggests it targets oil-bearing formations. The operational status indicates ongoing production activities supporting local and national energy needs.

The facility is located in northwestern Louisiana, an area with a mix of forested land and agricultural use. Oil extraction activities in this region can impact local water resources through potential spills or improper disposal of produced water. The facility is subject to regulations under the Clean Water Act for discharge management and the Clean Air Act for emissions control. Spill prevention and response plans are typically required to mitigate risks to nearby ecosystems and groundwater.