From the Abstract: “A study of the fish and biofouling communities at two artificial reef sites was conducted in the Gulf of Mexico. South Timbalier Block 128 Platform A (ST 128-A) had been detonated and toppled in place nine months previously.
From the Recommendations: “The wells are plugged and abandoned. Removed items are returned to shore for reuse, recycling or disposal. The topsides modules are removed and returned to shore for reuse, recycling or disposal.
From the Abstract: “The report is a compilation of 18 papers and summary comments presented in a special session on Rigs-to-Reefs at the Fourth International Conference on Artificial Habitats for Fisheries held November 2-6, 1987 in Miami, Florida.
From the Abstract: “There are approximately 3,600 oil and gas platforms in the Gulf of Mexico. They have become a focus of attention because an increasing number are being removed, having served their purpose in tapping sub-sea hydrocarbon reserves.
