Womack Brothers Successfully Plugs Abandoned Well in Growing Shreveport Suburb

In a proactive effort to protect a suburban community in Shreveport, Louisiana, Womack Brothers recently undertook the challenging task of plugging an abandoned oil well that posed a serious environmental hazard. This well, drilled in the late 1930s, was located just 30 feet from a homeowner’s property and was improperly plugged decades ago. Over time, it began leaking gas, creating the potential for a catastrophic explosion in the middle of the rapidly expanding suburb.

Recognizing the immediate danger to the homeowners, Womack Brothers coordinated closely with the Oilfield Site Restoration (OSR) program of Louisiana. Together, the team took swift and decisive action to mitigate the threat. By collaborating with OSR, Womack Brothers demonstrated a commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of the local community, going above and beyond standard procedures.

The process of re-plugging the well was both complex and delicate. Womack Brothers' team of highly trained professionals began by re-drilling through the old, faulty plug to address the leaking gas. Using advanced equipment, including blowout preventers (BOPs), the team was able to safely contain dangerous gas pockets. These BOPs played a critical role in preventing any blowouts, keeping both the crew and nearby residents safe from harm.

Womack Brothers completed the project with precision, speed, and safety, showcasing the company’s expertise in well plugging operations. As a turnkey contractor specializing in the resolution of abandoned oil well issues, Womack Brothers has once again proven that they are the go-to solution for challenging projects involving old and improperly maintained wells.

Thanks to their quick actions and collaboration with OSR, homeowners in this Shreveport suburb can now rest easy, knowing that their community is no longer at risk from the looming environmental threat posed by the old well.

Womack Brothers continues to lead the charge in ensuring environmental safety and providing peace of mind to communities across Louisiana.