MORGANZA CENTRAL TANK BATTERY - Oil Extraction Facility in Morganza, Louisiana

MORGANZA CENTRAL TANK BATTERY is an oil extraction facility situated in Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, approximately 2.5 miles southwest of Morganza. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211120, which covers crude petroleum extraction. It is part of the extensive oil infrastructure in the Gulf Coast region, known for its dense network of extraction and refining operations. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. Oil extraction in this region is subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), with specific requirements for emission controls and spill prevention. The facility's scale is typical for a central tank battery, which serves as a collection point for crude oil from multiple wells before transport to refineries. As a central tank battery, this facility plays a key role in the local oil supply chain, consolidating production from surrounding wells. Its location in the Mississippi River Delta region places it in an ecologically sensitive area, where spill prevention and containment are critical. The facility's operational status contributes to the energy infrastructure supporting both local and national demand.

The facility is located in the Mississippi River Delta region, a biologically productive area with extensive wetlands and waterways. Oil extraction operations in this region face heightened spill risks due to the proximity to sensitive aquatic ecosystems. Regulatory oversight from the EPA and state agencies focuses on spill prevention, air emissions, and water discharge controls to mitigate environmental impact.