Aera Energy LLC - Belridge North & South Oil Extraction Facility, McKittrick, California

Aera Energy LLC - Belridge North & South is an oil extraction facility located at 59231 Main Camp Road in McKittrick, Kern County, California. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is part of the larger San Joaquin Valley oil fields. As an oil extraction site, it focuses on the recovery of crude oil from underground reservoirs. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Department of Conservation's Division of Oil, Gas, and Geothermal Resources (DOGGR). Oil extraction in California is subject to state and federal regulations, including the Clean Air Act and the Safe Drinking Water Act, which govern emissions and water management. The site's NAICS code 211120 indicates it is primarily engaged in crude petroleum extraction. Belridge North & South plays a significant role in the local economy and energy supply. The facility's operations are part of a broader network of oil fields in Kern County, which is one of the top oil-producing regions in the United States. The environmental context includes considerations of groundwater protection and air quality management, typical for oil extraction activities in California.

The facility is situated in the San Joaquin Valley, a region with significant oil production and associated environmental challenges. Oil extraction here involves managing groundwater impacts and air emissions, including volatile organic compounds and greenhouse gases. The site's proximity to agricultural areas necessitates careful water management to prevent contamination. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and state agencies ensures compliance with environmental standards.