Overview
VUC WEYERHAEUSER 9 #1 PRODUCTION FACILITY - BILLS BRANCH FIELD is an operational oil extraction facility located near Montpelier, Louisiana, United States. It operates under NAICS code 211120, representing crude petroleum extraction.
VUC WEYERHAEUSER 9 #1 PRODUCTION FACILITY - BILLS BRANCH FIELD is an oil extraction facility situated approximately 5.4 miles southwest of Montpelier, Louisiana, in Livingston Parish. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS 211120, which covers the extraction of crude petroleum. As part of the United States' extensive oil infrastructure, this facility contributes to the region's energy production. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and state-level Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ). Oil extraction activities are subject to the Clean Air Act (CAA) and Clean Water Act (CWA), including spill prevention and control measures. The facility's scale is typical for a small to medium-sized extraction site in the Gulf Coast region, which is characterized by numerous similar operations. Environmental considerations for oil extraction facilities in Louisiana include proximity to wetlands and water bodies, which are common in the region. Spill risk and groundwater protection are key concerns. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing production, supporting local energy supply and economic activity in Livingston Parish.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Gulf Coast region, an area with extensive oil and gas infrastructure and sensitive ecosystems including wetlands and waterways. Oil extraction operations pose risks of spills and groundwater contamination, regulated under the Clean Water Act and state oil spill prevention programs. The local environment includes mixed forest and agricultural land, with potential impacts on surface water quality from produced water and runoff.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located approximately 5.4 miles southwest of Montpelier, Louisiana, in Livingston Parish, United States.
It is an operational oil extraction facility that produces crude petroleum, classified under NAICS 211120.
The facility is currently operational, indicating active oil extraction activities.
Oil extraction in Louisiana is regulated by the U.S. EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, and by the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) for state-specific requirements, including spill prevention and groundwater protection.
Environmental risks include potential spills of crude oil or produced water, which can contaminate soil and water resources. Facilities must implement spill prevention control and countermeasure (SPCC) plans to mitigate these risks.
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