Magnolia, Oil platform in Gulf of Mexico, United States.
Description
Magnolia is an oil production platform in the Gulf of Mexico designed with four circular columns connected by rectangular pontoons at its base. It operates in deep waters and processes crude oil and natural gas extracted from subsea reservoirs daily.
History
The platform was completed by ConocoPhillips in 2004 and constructed in South Korea before being deployed to its operating location. It represented an important advancement in deepwater oil extraction technology in the Gulf of Mexico.
Culture
The platform maintains continuous operations with resident crews working extended shifts, forming a specialized offshore industrial community.
Practical
The location requires specialized vessels and helicopters for access, as it sits far offshore in deep water. The platform is not publicly accessible since it operates as an active industrial facility with strict safety protocols.
Did you know?
The structure extends from the seafloor to a total height that makes it one of the tallest offshore installations. Eight anchor piles per column secure it firmly to the bottom and allow it to withstand strong ocean currents and storms.
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