West Lake Verret Field Production Facility - Oil Extraction in New Iberia, Louisiana

West Lake Verret Field Production Facility is an operational oil extraction site located approximately 5 miles east of New Iberia, in Saint Martin Parish, Louisiana, United States. The facility is part of the broader oil and gas extraction sector, classified under NAICS 211120, which covers the extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas. Its location in the Gulf Coast region places it within one of the most significant oil-producing areas in the country. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) for offshore and onshore activities. Typical oil extraction operations in Louisiana involve drilling, well completion, and production processes, with associated infrastructure such as separators, tanks, and pipelines. The region's geology, characterized by salt domes and sedimentary basins, supports substantial hydrocarbon reserves. As an operational production facility, West Lake Verret Field contributes to the local and national energy supply. Its proximity to the Gulf Coast enhances logistical advantages for refining and distribution. The facility's environmental context includes potential impacts on nearby wetlands and water bodies, requiring adherence to spill prevention and waste management regulations under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act.

The facility is situated in the Louisiana Gulf Coast region, an area characterized by extensive wetlands, bayous, and the Atchafalaya Basin. Oil extraction operations here pose risks of spills and habitat disruption, particularly to aquatic ecosystems. Regulatory oversight under the EPA and BSEE mandates spill prevention plans and waste management practices to mitigate environmental impact.