Texas Plantation #1 Production Facility - Laurel Ridge Field: Oil Extraction in White Castle, Louisiana

Texas Plantation #1 Production Facility - Laurel Ridge Field is an operational oil extraction facility located approximately 0.5 miles southeast of White Castle, Louisiana, in Iberville Parish. The facility is part of the Laurel Ridge Field and operates under NAICS code 211120, which covers crude petroleum extraction. As an onshore oil extraction site in the Gulf Coast region, it contributes to the United States' domestic oil supply. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) for offshore and coastal activities. Typical onshore oil extraction facilities in Louisiana range from small to medium scale, often utilizing conventional drilling and production techniques. The region's oil infrastructure is supported by extensive pipeline networks and processing plants. Environmental considerations for this facility include potential impacts on local wetlands and waterways, as Louisiana's coastal ecosystems are sensitive to oil extraction activities. The facility's proximity to the Mississippi River and the Gulf of Mexico underscores the importance of spill prevention and response measures. Operational significance lies in its role in maintaining regional oil production and supporting the broader energy infrastructure of the United States.

The facility is located in the Mississippi River Delta region, an ecologically sensitive area with extensive wetlands and aquatic habitats. Oil extraction activities here pose risks of spills and habitat disruption, requiring adherence to EPA and BSEE regulations for spill prevention and response. The coastal setting also necessitates careful management of produced water and waste to protect local water quality and biodiversity.