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 #: | 036-97 |
|---|---|
| INSUM #: | Sitrep Two and Final+ |
| Occurence Date: | 29 September 1997 |
| Location: | Lompoc, CA |
| Source: | 20 inch Pipeline |
| Material: | Crude Oil |
| Severity: | Medium |
| Quantity Discharged: | 200 - 500 Barrels |
| Quantity in Water: | 200 - 500 Barrels |
| Body of Water Affected: | Pacific Ocean |
| Federal On-Scene Coordinator: | MSO Los Angeles/Long Beach, CA |
SITUATION: On Monday, September 29, 1997, a medium oil spill occurred two miles offshore from Lompoc, California (Latitude: 34-40N, Longitude: 123-9W). The pipeline has been shut in and temporary repairs have been made. Shoreline impact consisting of oil sheen and tar balls occurred between Pt. Arguello and Santa Ynez River. An estimated 200 barrels has been recovered to date. Marine Safety Office Los Angeles / Long Beach will monitor cleanup operations until they are complete. CASE CLOSED THIS UNIT.