WTU WELL 923 Gas Extraction Facility, Wilmington, California

WTU WELL 923 is a gas extraction facility located at 1208 N Marine, Wilmington, California, within Los Angeles County. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 211111, which covers crude petroleum and natural gas extraction. Its location in the Los Angeles Basin places it within a major urban and industrial region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern gas pipeline safety. As a gas extraction well, it is part of the broader network supplying natural gas to the Southern California region. The Los Angeles Basin has a long history of oil and gas extraction, with many wells integrated into urban areas. WTU WELL 923 contributes to the local energy supply, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial demand in the greater Los Angeles area. Its urban setting necessitates rigorous safety and environmental monitoring to mitigate risks associated with proximity to populated areas. The facility plays a role in maintaining grid stability and energy availability in California.

The facility is located in a densely populated urban area of Wilmington, Los Angeles County. Proximity to residential and industrial zones increases the importance of leak detection and emission controls. The region is subject to seismic activity, requiring infrastructure designed to withstand earthquakes. Climate hazards such as wildfires and drought also influence operational protocols.