Where are the strategic oil reserves stored? Something in my memory tells me it's in some kind of caverns in Louisiana. Is there such a thing as a salt cavern? That's what my memory is, but I could be mistaken.
you got me there. I don't know the answer to that.
While I am sure there is part of the reserve in the area, I would think Texas is a more logical choice.....
I believe that there are four storage facilities currently in the SPR, two in Texas and two in Louisiana. The one in Iberville is the closest to the storm, and is probably the only one that might take direct damage from Katrina. However, I believe that the headquarters for the SPR is in New Orleans, and will likely be adversely affected by Katrina.
Yes, the strategic oil reserves are stored in salt caverns along the coast. There are two in LA and two others in TX.