OJAI LEASE Oil Extraction Facility, Upper Ojai, California

OJAI LEASE is an oil extraction facility situated in Upper Ojai, Ventura County, California, United States. The facility is operational and engaged in the extraction of crude petroleum, classified under NAICS code 211120. Its location in the Ojai Valley places it within a region known for oil production since the late 19th century. 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) and the Clean Water Act (CWA), which govern emissions and water discharges. Typical oil extraction operations in California involve well drilling, pumping, and initial separation of oil, gas, and water. As a small-scale extraction site, OJAI LEASE contributes to the local oil supply in Ventura County. The facility's environmental significance includes potential impacts on local air quality and groundwater, given the proximity to residential areas and the sensitive ecosystems of the Los Padres National Forest. Operators must adhere to strict state and federal regulations to minimize these impacts.

The facility is located in the Ojai Valley, an area with Mediterranean climate and chaparral ecosystems. Oil extraction activities can affect local air quality through emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and greenhouse gases. Groundwater resources may be at risk from spills or leaks of produced water and hydrocarbons. The region is also prone to wildfires, which can pose additional risks to oil infrastructure.