Overview
Greka Energy - Zaca-Carranza Lease is an operational gas extraction facility located northeast of Buellton, California, USA. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Greka Energy - Zaca-Carranza Lease is a gas extraction facility situated in the Zaca Field northeast of Buellton, Santa Barbara County, California. The facility is operational and contributes to the regional natural gas supply within the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs pipeline safety and gas transmission. As a gas extraction site, it typically involves wellheads, separators, and gathering lines to process raw natural gas before it enters transmission pipelines. Located in California's coastal region, the facility is part of a mature oil and gas producing area. Its proximity to populated areas and seismic activity in California are key environmental considerations. The facility plays a role in local energy infrastructure, supporting downstream gas distribution and industrial use.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a seismically active region of California, which poses potential risks to gas extraction infrastructure. Proximity to populated areas near Buellton requires careful monitoring of operational safety and emissions. The site's coastal location also involves considerations for air quality and water resource management, typical for gas extraction operations in environmentally sensitive zones.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located northeast of Buellton, in Santa Barbara County, California, USA.
It is a gas extraction facility that produces natural gas from the Zaca Field, processing it for entry into transmission pipelines.
The facility operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the safe operation of gas pipelines and facilities.
Key risks include seismic activity, proximity to populated areas, and potential impacts on air and water quality. Operators must comply with state and federal environmental regulations.
As a gas extraction site, it supplies raw natural gas to processing plants and transmission pipelines, contributing to the regional energy supply in California.
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