These reports describe significant environmental incidents reported to and tracked by the National Response Center. They reflect both new incidents and follow-up information describing actions taken for previously reported events. The NRC publishes Incident Summary Reports periodically upon receipt of documentary information from the Federal On-Scene Coordinator.
| NRC Case #: | 017-97 |
|---|---|
| INSUM #: | One |
| Occurence Date: | 16 May, 1997 |
| Location: | Cocodrie, LA |
| Source: | 16 Inch Pipeline |
| Material: | Crude Oil |
| Severity: | Major |
| Quantity Discharged: | 105,000 Gallons |
| Quantity in Water: | 105,000 Gallons |
| Body of Water Affected: | Lake Barre |
| Federal On-Scene Coordinator: | MSO New Orleans, LA |
SITUATION: On Friday, May 16, 1997, a medium crude oil spill occurred when a 16 inch pipeline ruptured due to unknown causes near Cocodrie, LA. The line has been shut in and the release is secured. Texaco revised their spill estimate to 105,000 gallons(2,500bbl) of crude oil into the Lake Barre. Cenac Environmental has reported 1,250 barrels recovered to date. There are 7 skimmers, 54 vessels(barges, workboats, etc), 44,200 feet of boom and 230 personnel on scene. Workers are concentrating their efforts on protecting grassy islands on the north side of the bay with containment and deflection booms. Impacts to water column, sediments, wildlife and fisheries are being monitored by NOAA, LADEQ, LADNR and several other offices. MSO personnel are on scene to assist and monitor clean-up. CASE PENDS.