Risk: Medium Oil Extraction Operational

Noble Energy Inc Oil Extraction Facility, Golden Meadow, Louisiana

GOLDEN MEADOW, Louisiana, United States

Overview

Noble Energy Inc operates an oil extraction facility in Golden Meadow, Louisiana, within the Lafourche Parish. The facility is operational and supports regional crude oil production.

Noble Energy Inc is an operational oil extraction facility located at 300 Adam T Gisclair Rd in Golden Meadow, Louisiana, a community in Lafourche Parish. The facility is part of the United States' extensive oil infrastructure, contributing to domestic crude oil production. Its location in the Gulf Coast region places it within a major hub for oil and gas activities. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for oil and gas extraction. State-level regulations from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources also apply. The facility's NAICS code 211120 indicates it is engaged in crude petroleum extraction, typically involving drilling and well operations. As an oil extraction site in coastal Louisiana, the facility operates in an ecologically sensitive area with wetlands and estuarine habitats. Its operations are subject to spill prevention and response requirements under the Clean Water Act and Oil Pollution Act. The facility's role in the regional energy supply chain underscores its importance to local and national energy markets.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in the Gulf Coast region, characterized by coastal marshes and estuaries that provide critical habitat for wildlife. Oil extraction activities in this area require careful management to prevent spills and minimize impacts on sensitive ecosystems. Regulatory oversight includes spill prevention plans and compliance with the Clean Water Act to protect water quality and aquatic life.

Frequently asked questions

Noble Energy Inc is located at 300 Adam T Gisclair Rd, Golden Meadow, Louisiana 70357, in Lafourche Parish.

Noble Energy Inc is an oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum, operating under NAICS code 211120.

The facility is currently operational.

Oil extraction facilities in Louisiana must comply with federal regulations from the EPA, including the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state regulations from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources.

Coastal oil extraction requires spill prevention and response measures to protect wetlands and estuaries. Facilities must have Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans and comply with the Oil Pollution Act.

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