Shreveport, Louisiana, September 18, 2025
News Summary
APEX Natural Gas has proposed the drilling of three natural gas wells at the abandoned Shreveport Country Club, raising concerns among residents about transparency and safety. Community members are apprehensive as no drilling permits have been filed, and they seek clarity on potential impacts including air and water quality, increased traffic, and noise. Local authorities are addressing complaints while community meetings are held to foster better communication between residents and the company.
Shreveport, Louisiana – APEX Natural Gas, based in Houston, has proposed drilling for natural gas at the long-vacant Shreveport Country Club, raising significant concerns among residents of the nearby Country Club Hills neighborhood. Community members have expressed frustration over a perceived lack of transparency regarding the drilling plans, with worries centered on the number of wells to be drilled, the duration of operations, and safety measures.
Currently, the company plans to drill three wells in the area, including one on the Country Club property itself. However, no drilling permits have been filed yet, leaving residents apprehensive about the future of their neighborhood. As part of the proposal, residents received letters concerning the leasing of mineral rights, followed by community meetings where APEX representatives provided inconsistent information about the drilling operations.
Discrepancies in details shared during different neighborhood meetings have added to the confusion among residents. Key concerns include the potential impacts on air and water quality, increased traffic, road damage, school safety, drainage issues, and pipeline routing. There is an existing public works ordinance in Shreveport that addresses street damage caused by oil and gas activities, but there are worries about the sufficiency of municipal regulations to handle the possible influx of drilling operations.
APEX is currently drilling in nearby locations and has plans for additional urban drilling sites in the region. The proposed drilling site would result in heavy truck traffic and the likelihood of significant noise and disruption that may last for weeks during both the drilling and completion phases. Residents have noted that the drilling rigs could reach heights equivalent to ten-story buildings, potentially being visible from nearby residential areas.
Local authorities have confirmed that any complaints related to noise from drilling activities or road damage would be managed at the municipal or parochial levels, indicating a structured approach to addressing resident concerns. To foster better communication and understanding, community meetings are being organized, including one planned by The Concerned Citizens of the Country Club Hills Association.
As residents rally together to seek clarity and reassurances from APEX and local officials, the outcome of the proposed drilling project remains uncertain, as does its potential impact on the beloved community.
FAQ
What is APEX Natural Gas proposing in Shreveport?
APEX Natural Gas has proposed drilling for natural gas at the long-vacant Shreveport Country Club.
What concerns do residents have regarding the drilling project?
Residents have expressed frustration over a lack of transparency about the drilling plans, including concerns about the number of wells to be drilled, duration of operations, and safety measures.
How many wells are planned to be drilled and have permits been filed?
Currently, three wells are planned, including one on the Country Club property, but no drilling permits have been filed yet.
What are the potential impacts of the drilling operations?
Potential impacts include air and water quality concerns, increased traffic, road damage, school safety concerns, drainage issues, and pipeline routing.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Shreveport Country Club |
| Company | APEX Natural Gas (based in Houston) |
| Planned Wells | 3 wells, including 1 on Country Club property |
| Current Status | No drilling permits filed |
| Key Concerns | Lack of transparency, potential impacts on air and water quality, increased traffic, noise |
| Community Actions | Community meetings organized by residents and local associations |
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- Shreveport-Bossier Advocate: E. Flournoy Lucas the Next Planned Drill Site
- KTBS: Shreveport Country Club Could Become a Natural Gas Drilling Site
- Utility Dive: CenterPoint Energy Completes Sale of Louisiana and Mississippi Gas Utilities
- Wikipedia: Natural Gas
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