Overview
SNYDER 5 FACILITY - ELM GROVE FIELD is an operational oil extraction facility in Elm Grove, Louisiana, United States. It contributes to the region's oil production under federal and state regulations.
SNYDER 5 FACILITY - ELM GROVE FIELD is an operational oil extraction facility located at Whitehouse Plantation Dr in Elm Grove, Bossier Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is part of the Elm Grove Field and operates within the broader oil extraction sector, which is a key component of the state's energy industry. 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, Clean Water Act, and state-specific regulations governing drilling and production. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, typical for onshore operations in the region. As an operational oil extraction site, SNYDER 5 FACILITY - ELM GROVE FIELD plays a role in maintaining domestic energy supply. Its location in Louisiana places it within a state with extensive oil infrastructure, including pipelines and refineries, which support the distribution of extracted crude. The facility's operations contribute to local employment and economic activity in Bossier Parish.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in northwestern Louisiana, an area with a mix of agricultural and forested land. Oil extraction activities can impact local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and methane, and water resources through potential spills or produced water management. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies aims to minimize these impacts through permits and monitoring requirements.
Frequently asked questions
SNYDER 5 FACILITY - ELM GROVE FIELD is located at Whitehouse Plantation Dr in Elm Grove, Bossier Parish, Louisiana, United States.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum and natural gas from the Elm Grove Field.
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction facilities in Louisiana must comply with the U.S. Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state regulations from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources, including permits for air emissions and water discharges.
The Elm Grove Field is a known oil and gas producing area in northwestern Louisiana, contributing to the state's hydrocarbon production.
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