Discharge of Biodegradable Hydraulic Fluid offshore Galveston, TX
Offshore Galveston, TX | 2023-Jul-13
Initial Notification: On July 12, 2023 a dredge outside Galveston jetties discharged an estimated 300 gallons of Neptune AW Series 46 EAL hydraulic fluid (NRC#1372901). On July 13, MSU Texas City contacted NOAA SSC for advice on fate and effects of this product. Phone support provided.
Incident Details
| Primary threat: | Oil |
| Products of concern: | hydraulic fluid (Environmentally Acceptable Lubricant) |
| Total amount at risk of spill: | 300 gallons |
| Latitude (approximate): | 29° 20.53′ North |
| Longitude (approximate): | 94° 41.67′ West |