Overview
LA PURISIMA LEASE is an operational oil extraction facility in the Lompoc Oil Field, Santa Barbara County, California. It operates under US EPA and BSEE regulatory frameworks.
LA PURISIMA LEASE is an oil extraction facility located in the Lompoc Oil Field near Lompoc, California, United States. The facility is operational and contributes to the region's oil production, which is part of the broader California oil industry. Santa Barbara County has a history of oil extraction, with onshore and offshore operations subject to stringent environmental regulations. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) for offshore-related activities. Oil extraction in California typically involves enhanced oil recovery techniques and must comply with state and federal air quality standards, including the Clean Air Act Refinery MACT standards. The facility's NAICS code 211120 indicates it is engaged in crude petroleum extraction. Environmental significance includes potential impacts on local air quality and groundwater resources. The facility is situated in a region with sensitive coastal ecosystems, and operations are subject to spill prevention and response requirements under the Oil Pollution Act. The facility's role in the local energy supply chain and its compliance with regulatory frameworks are key aspects of its operational context.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Lompoc Oil Field, an area with a mix of agricultural and coastal environments. Oil extraction activities can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds and greenhouse gases. The proximity to the Pacific Ocean raises concerns about potential spills impacting marine habitats. Regulatory frameworks such as the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rule and California's stringent environmental laws govern operations to minimize ecological risks.
Frequently asked questions
LA PURISIMA LEASE is located in the Lompoc Oil Field near Lompoc, Santa Barbara County, California, United States.
LA PURISIMA LEASE is an oil extraction facility, specifically engaged in crude petroleum extraction (NAICS 211120).
The facility is currently operational.
Oil extraction in California is regulated by the US EPA under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act, and by the California Department of Conservation's Division of Oil, Gas, and Geothermal Resources. Offshore operations also fall under BSEE jurisdiction.
Environmental concerns include air emissions, groundwater contamination, and spill risks. Facilities must comply with spill prevention plans and air quality permits to mitigate impacts.
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