The Gulf of Mexico area, both onshore and offshore, is one of the most important regions for energy resources and infrastructure. Gulf of Mexico federal offshore oil production accounts for 17% of total U.S. crude oil production and federal offshore natural gas production in the Gulf accounts for 5% of total U.S. dry production. Over 45% of total U.S. petroleum refining capacity is located along the Gulf coast, as well as 51% of total U.S. natural gas processing plant capacity.
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U | U.S. Energy Mapping System | S | State Energy Profiles | |
D | Energy Disruptions | G | Gulf of Mexico Fact Sheet | |
F | Flood Vulnerability | P | Major Oil and Gas Plays |