Pecten Midstream LLC - Barataria Station: Oil Pipeline Facility in Marrero, Louisiana

Pecten Midstream LLC - Barataria Station is an oil pipeline facility located at 8336 Barataria Blvd, Marrero, Louisiana, in Jefferson County. The facility is operational and serves as part of the broader pipeline infrastructure in the United States, which is regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under 49 CFR Part 195 for hazardous liquid pipelines. The facility operates under NAICS code 486110, which covers pipeline transportation of crude oil. The facility is situated in a region with extensive pipeline networks connecting Gulf Coast production areas to refineries and distribution hubs. Regulatory oversight includes compliance with PHMSA safety standards, cathodic protection requirements, and spill prevention measures. The Barataria Station contributes to the energy supply chain in Louisiana, a state with a dense concentration of oil and gas infrastructure. Its location near waterways and populated areas underscores the importance of robust safety and environmental monitoring. The facility supports regional energy distribution and economic activity in the Marrero area.

The facility is located in Marrero, Louisiana, near the Mississippi River and the Barataria Bay, an ecologically sensitive estuarine area. Pipeline operations in this region require careful management to prevent spills that could impact wetlands and aquatic habitats. The proximity to populated areas also necessitates stringent safety protocols and emergency response planning.