South Timbalier 151 Oil Extraction Facility, Covington, Louisiana

South Timbalier 151 is an oil extraction facility located in Covington, Louisiana, within the United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production infrastructure, serving the broader Gulf Coast energy sector. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE), which govern offshore oil extraction activities. Typical operations involve drilling, extraction, and initial processing of crude oil, with adherence to the Clean Air Act and the Oil Pollution Act. As part of the Louisiana oil infrastructure, South Timbalier 151 plays a role in the state's significant oil production capacity. The facility's location near the Gulf Coast highlights its importance in the domestic energy supply chain, with environmental considerations including spill prevention and waste management.

The facility is situated in Louisiana, a state with extensive oil extraction infrastructure along the Gulf Coast. This region is characterized by sensitive coastal ecosystems, including wetlands and estuaries, which are vulnerable to oil spills and habitat disruption. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and BSEE ensures compliance with environmental standards, including spill prevention plans and waste management practices.