Risk: Medium Oil Extraction Operational

Goodwin Lease Oil Extraction Facility, Santa Barbara County, California

SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, California, United States

Overview

Goodwin Lease is an operational oil extraction facility in Santa Barbara County, California. It operates under U.S. EPA and state regulations, contributing to the region's oil production.

Goodwin Lease is an oil extraction facility located in Santa Barbara County, California, United States. The facility is operational and focuses on crude oil production, serving the local energy sector. Its location in California places it within a region with a long history of oil extraction, particularly in the Santa Barbara area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Department of Conservation. Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) and state-specific oil and gas rules. The NAICS code 211120 indicates it is part of the crude petroleum extraction industry, which typically involves drilling and well operations. As an oil extraction site, Goodwin Lease contributes to the local economy and energy supply. Its operations are subject to environmental oversight to manage impacts such as air emissions and water usage. The facility's role in the broader oil infrastructure network supports downstream refining and distribution.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in Santa Barbara County, a region with sensitive coastal ecosystems and a history of oil-related environmental concerns. Operations involve potential risks such as spills, air emissions, and groundwater impacts. Regulatory oversight from the EPA and California agencies aims to mitigate these risks through permits and monitoring.

Frequently asked questions

Goodwin Lease is located in Santa Barbara County, California, United States, with coordinates 34.842654, -120.310662.

Goodwin Lease is an oil extraction facility, focused on crude oil production from wells.

Goodwin Lease is currently operational, actively producing oil.

Oil extraction in California is regulated by the U.S. EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, as well as state agencies like the California Department of Conservation.

Environmental risks include potential oil spills, air emissions of volatile organic compounds, and groundwater contamination. Facilities must implement safety measures and obtain permits to minimize these risks.

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