AERA Energy Lockwood Oil Extraction Facility, Maricopa, California

AERA Energy Lockwood is an oil extraction facility located at 29235 Highway 33 in Maricopa, Kern County, California. The facility is operational and focuses on crude oil production, contributing to the region's energy supply. As part of the United States oil infrastructure, it operates within a mature regulatory framework. The facility falls under NAICS code 211120, which covers crude petroleum extraction. In California, oil extraction is subject to stringent state and federal regulations, including the EPA's Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as California's Division of Oil, Gas, and Geothermal Resources (DOGGR) oversight. Typical extraction methods in the region include both conventional and enhanced oil recovery techniques. Located in the San Joaquin Valley, a major oil-producing region, AERA Energy Lockwood plays a role in meeting domestic energy demand. The facility's environmental context involves managing produced water, air emissions, and potential impacts on local ecosystems. Compliance with California's climate goals and methane regulations adds to its operational significance.

The facility is situated in Kern County, a region with a long history of oil extraction. Environmental considerations include managing produced water, reducing methane leaks, and controlling air emissions. California's strict regulations under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the state's Low Carbon Fuel Standard influence operations. The facility's proximity to agricultural areas requires careful management of potential soil and water contamination.