University Field Production Facility - Oil Extraction in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

University Field Production Facility is an oil extraction facility located in Baton Rouge, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production sector, which is a significant part of Louisiana's energy industry. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), which govern emissions and discharges from oil extraction operations. Louisiana's oil extraction activities are also subject to state-level regulations from the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources. As an oil extraction facility, University Field Production Facility plays a role in the local and national energy supply. Its location in Baton Rouge places it within an industrial corridor that supports refining and petrochemical operations, contributing to the broader Gulf Coast energy infrastructure.

Oil extraction facilities in Louisiana operate in a region with sensitive coastal ecosystems, including wetlands and estuaries. The facility's proximity to the Mississippi River and Gulf Coast increases the potential for spill risks and impacts on water quality. Regulatory oversight from the EPA and state agencies aims to mitigate these risks through permits and monitoring.