TPIC Basin 940 - Breton Sound 20-21: Offshore Oil Extraction Facility, Louisiana

TPIC Basin 940 - Breton Sound 20-21 is an oil extraction facility situated offshore in the Breton Sound area of Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and plays a role in the extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas, as indicated by its NAICS codes 211120 and 211130. Its offshore location in the Gulf of Mexico places it within a major oil-producing region. 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 oversee offshore oil and gas activities. Compliance with the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act is typical for such facilities. The extraction process involves drilling and production operations common to the Gulf of Mexico. As an offshore oil extraction site, TPIC Basin 940 - Breton Sound 20-21 is part of the extensive network of platforms in the Gulf that supply crude oil to refineries along the U.S. Gulf Coast. The facility's operations contribute to the energy supply chain, with potential environmental considerations including spill prevention and response measures mandated by federal regulations.

The facility is located offshore in the Gulf of Mexico, a region with significant marine biodiversity and sensitive coastal ecosystems. Oil extraction activities pose risks of spills and discharges that can impact water quality and marine life. Regulatory oversight by BSEE and EPA requires adherence to spill prevention plans and discharge permits under the Clean Water Act. The area is also subject to natural hazards such as hurricanes, which can affect operational safety and environmental protection.