Risk: Medium Oil Extraction Operational

Coughran Mechanical Services Inc - Oil Extraction Facility in Firebaugh, California

FIREBAUGH, California, United States

Overview

Coughran Mechanical Services Inc is an oil extraction facility located in Firebaugh, California, United States. The facility is operational and supports regional crude oil production.

Coughran Mechanical Services Inc is an oil extraction facility situated at the end of Road 5 1/2 in Firebaugh, Fresno County, California. Operating within the United States, this facility is part of the broader oil and gas extraction sector, which is a key component of the state's energy infrastructure. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing activity in crude oil production. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), including the Clean Air Act (CAA) and applicable state-level regulations from the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Oil extraction in California is subject to stringent environmental oversight, particularly regarding air quality and groundwater protection. The facility's NAICS code 211120 corresponds to crude petroleum extraction, which typically involves drilling and well operations. As an oil extraction facility in the San Joaquin Valley, Coughran Mechanical Services Inc contributes to the region's energy supply. The area is known for its agricultural and oil production activities, and the facility's operations are integrated into the local industrial landscape. Environmental considerations include potential impacts on air quality and water resources, which are managed through regulatory compliance and industry best practices.

Environmental context

The facility is located in the San Joaquin Valley, a region with significant air quality challenges due to topography and industrial activity. Oil extraction operations can contribute to emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and other pollutants. Groundwater protection is also a concern, as extraction activities may involve water use and potential contamination risks. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and CARB aims to mitigate these environmental impacts through permits and monitoring.

Frequently asked questions

Coughran Mechanical Services Inc is located at the end of Road 5 1/2 in Firebaugh, Fresno County, California, United States.

Coughran Mechanical Services Inc is an oil extraction facility involved in the production of crude petroleum, classified under NAICS code 211120.

The facility is currently operational, indicating active oil extraction activities.

Oil extraction facilities in California must comply with federal regulations such as the Clean Air Act and state regulations from the California Air Resources Board, including air quality permits and groundwater protection rules.

Oil extraction in the San Joaquin Valley can affect air quality through emissions of VOCs and other pollutants, and may impact groundwater resources. Regulatory measures aim to minimize these effects.

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