California Resources Production Corp - Shafter Oil Extraction Facility, Kern County, California

California Resources Production Corp's Shafter facility is an operational oil extraction plant located at 30565 Merced Ave, Shafter, California, in Kern County. The facility operates within the United States' oil extraction sector, focusing on crude oil production from local reserves. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA Clean Air Act and California's stringent environmental standards, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). As an oil extraction site, it employs standard drilling and production technologies typical of the San Joaquin Valley basin, which is a major oil-producing region in California. The Shafter facility contributes to California's domestic oil supply, supporting local energy needs and the state's refining industry. Its operations are subject to ongoing monitoring for air quality, water usage, and seismic safety, reflecting the state's comprehensive approach to oil extraction regulation.

The Shafter facility is situated in Kern County, a region with significant oil extraction activity and a semi-arid climate. Local environmental concerns include air quality impacts from volatile organic compounds and particulate matter, as well as groundwater management due to the area's agricultural and industrial water demands. The facility's operations are subject to California's strict air and water quality regulations.