HVI CAT CANYON Oil Extraction Facility, Placentia, California

HVI CAT CANYON is an operational oil extraction facility located at 1920 Orchard Dr, Placentia, California, in Orange County. The facility operates within the United States oil extraction sector, contributing to the region's energy supply. Its NAICS code 211120 indicates it is involved in crude petroleum extraction. As an oil extraction facility in California, HVI CAT CANYON 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). These agencies enforce standards for well construction, production safety, and environmental protection, including the Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act. The facility's scale is typical for onshore extraction in the Los Angeles Basin, where many wells are integrated into urban areas. The facility's location in Placentia, a city in Orange County, places it within a densely populated region with significant environmental oversight. Its operational status indicates ongoing contribution to local oil production, which supports refining and downstream industries in Southern California. The facility's role in the regional energy grid and its compliance with state and federal regulations are key aspects of its operational context.

The facility is situated in the Los Angeles Basin, a region with a history of oil extraction and associated environmental concerns. Local environmental considerations include air quality impacts from volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and potential groundwater contamination. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and DOGGR addresses these risks through emission controls and well integrity requirements. The urban setting necessitates careful management of noise, traffic, and community safety.