Wagner Oil Darrow Field Facility - Oil Extraction in Darrow, Louisiana

Wagner Oil Darrow Field Facility is an oil extraction plant located on Bowden Road in Darrow, Ascension Parish, Louisiana. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is a key part of Louisiana's energy sector. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality. Oil extraction in Louisiana is subject to federal regulations including the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state-specific rules for drilling and production. The facility's NAICS codes (211111 and 211120) indicate it is involved in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. As part of the broader Gulf Coast oil infrastructure, this facility plays a role in supplying crude oil to refineries and downstream markets. Louisiana's extensive pipeline network and proximity to the Gulf of Mexico make it a strategic location for oil extraction and distribution.

Oil extraction in Louisiana's coastal region poses risks of spills and habitat disruption, particularly in wetland and aquatic ecosystems. The facility's location near the Mississippi River and Gulf Coast means it must comply with spill prevention and response regulations under the Clean Water Act and Oil Pollution Act. Local environmental concerns include potential impacts on water quality and wildlife in the surrounding marshlands.