Blue Dolphin Energy Church Point Refinery - Louisiana Oil Refinery

Blue Dolphin Energy Church Point Refinery is an operational oil refinery located at 1901 E Ebey St, Church Point, Louisiana, in Acadia Parish. The facility operates within the United States oil refining sector, which is regulated by the US EPA Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards and state-level environmental agencies. The refinery is classified under NAICS code 324110 (Petroleum Refineries). Refineries in this region typically range from small to medium scale. The facility processes crude oil into various petroleum products, operating under federal and state environmental permits that govern emissions, wastewater treatment, and spill prevention. The Church Point refinery contributes to the regional fuel supply and economic activity in Acadia Parish. Its operational status indicates ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, including the US EPA's Risk Management Plan and Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. The facility's location in Louisiana places it within a major refining hub, with access to Gulf Coast crude oil supplies and product distribution networks.

The refinery is situated in a region with significant oil and gas infrastructure, including pipelines and storage facilities. Louisiana's coastal environment is sensitive to potential spills, and the facility must comply with the US EPA's SPCC regulations and the Clean Water Act. The refinery's operations are subject to air quality standards under the CAA Refinery MACT, which controls emissions of hazardous air pollutants. The local area experiences a humid subtropical climate, which can influence operational practices and environmental management.