Abandoned canning plant in rural Louisiana. This facility processed sweet potatoes, okra, and jalapeno peppers. Haven't been able to figure out exactly when it closed down, but I think its been empty since somewhere between 2003-2008.

I found a legal document pertaining to violations in 2001 that could very well be why it was shut down. Here's a snippet:
"Respondent did cause or allow the unauthorized discharge of inadequately treated
process wastewater from the above-referenced canning plant. At the time of the
inspection, approximately 1.2 MGD of wastewater was being discharged into
German Bayou, thence into Choctaw Bayou. This wastewater and Choctaw Bayou
were dark-pink to purple in color with a septic odor. Laboratory results indicated
that the wastewater contained BOD and TSS concentrations of 340 ppm and 270
ppm, respectively"

Brought a friend and his gf to this place, newb explorers, and they were in my way the whole time. They both got panicky at the top of the steps of the tank, and when the gf started yanking signs off the buildings, I decided it was time to leave, so I didn't see the whole place this trip. :/


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