Overview
BELL LEASE (CAT CANYON) is an operational oil extraction facility in the Cat Canyon Oil Field near Santa Maria, California. It operates under U.S. EPA and state regulations for oil and gas production.
BELL LEASE (CAT CANYON) is an oil extraction facility located in the Cat Canyon Oil Field near Santa Maria, Santa Barbara County, California. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is part of the larger California oil industry. 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 this region typically involves both primary and secondary recovery methods, with some fields using enhanced oil recovery techniques. The Cat Canyon field is known for its heavy oil production. As part of the California oil infrastructure, this facility plays a role in supplying crude oil to refineries in the state. The environmental context includes proximity to coastal areas and potential impacts on local air and water quality, which are regulated under state and federal laws.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Santa Barbara County, an area with significant ecological sensitivity due to its coastal location and biodiversity. Oil extraction operations in this region are subject to stringent environmental regulations, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and federal Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act requirements. Potential environmental concerns include air emissions from extraction activities, water usage, and the risk of spills affecting nearby ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
BELL LEASE (CAT CANYON) is located in the Cat Canyon Oil Field near Santa Maria, Santa Barbara County, California, United States.
BELL LEASE (CAT CANYON) is an oil extraction facility that produces crude oil from the Cat Canyon Oil Field.
The facility is currently operational, contributing to oil production in the region.
Oil extraction in California is regulated by the California Department of Conservation's DOGGR, the U.S. EPA, and local air districts. Key regulations include the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), the federal Clean Air Act, and the Clean Water Act.
Environmental considerations include air emissions, water usage, and spill prevention. Facilities must comply with state and federal environmental laws to minimize impacts on local ecosystems and communities.
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