Overview
Perdido Energy Louisiana LLC operates the West Cote Blanche Bay Tank Battery #2 in Cypremort, Louisiana. This oil extraction facility is located in the West Cote Blanche Bay Field and is currently operational.
Perdido Energy Louisiana LLC - West Cote Blanche Bay Tank Battery #2 is an oil extraction facility situated in Cypremort, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana. The facility operates within the West Cote Blanche Bay Field, a region known for oil and gas production. As a tank battery, it serves as a collection point for crude oil from nearby wells, playing a key role in the local extraction infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ). Oil extraction facilities in Louisiana must comply with the Clean Air Act (CAA) Refinery MACT standards and the Clean Water Act, including spill prevention and control measures. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for this region. Located in the coastal marshlands of Louisiana, the facility is part of a broader network of oil infrastructure that supports the state's energy economy. The West Cote Blanche Bay area is ecologically sensitive, and operations must adhere to environmental regulations to minimize impacts on local wetlands and wildlife. The facility's operational status contributes to the regional supply of crude oil.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in the coastal wetlands of Louisiana, an ecologically sensitive region that provides habitat for numerous species and serves as a natural buffer against storms. Oil extraction operations in this area must manage risks of spills and emissions, complying with EPA regulations such as the Clean Water Act and spill prevention plans. The proximity to water bodies necessitates careful monitoring to protect aquatic ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located in Cypremort, St. Mary Parish, Louisiana, within the West Cote Blanche Bay Field.
It is an oil extraction tank battery that collects and stores crude oil from nearby wells before transport.
The facility is operated by Perdido Energy Louisiana LLC.
The facility must comply with U.S. EPA regulations including the Clean Air Act Refinery MACT, Clean Water Act spill prevention, and state-level LDEQ requirements.
The field is part of Louisiana's coastal oil production region, contributing to the state's energy output and requiring careful environmental management due to its sensitive wetland location.
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