OAKRIDGE/TAPO/TORREY CANYON Oil Extraction Facility, Piru, California

OAKRIDGE/TAPO/TORREY CANYON is an oil extraction facility located in Piru, Ventura County, California, United States. The facility is operational and engages in crude petroleum extraction, classified under NAICS code 211120. It is situated in a region with a long history of oil production, contributing to California's energy supply. The facility 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). Key regulations include the Clean Air Act (CAA) for emissions, the Clean Water Act (CWA) for water discharges, and state-specific rules for well construction and groundwater protection. Typical oil extraction in California involves both conventional and enhanced recovery methods, with facilities varying in size and production capacity. As part of the Ventura County oil fields, this facility plays a role in the regional energy infrastructure. Its operations are subject to environmental oversight to mitigate impacts on air quality, water resources, and local ecosystems. The facility's location in a seismically active area also necessitates adherence to strict well integrity standards.

The facility is located in Ventura County, California, an area with Mediterranean climate and diverse ecosystems. Oil extraction activities can impact air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and methane, and water resources through potential groundwater contamination. Regulatory oversight by the EPA and DOGGR aims to minimize these risks through permits and monitoring. The region's seismic activity adds complexity to well integrity management.