Pioneer Exploration LLC - Oil Extraction Facility in Corning, California

Pioneer Exploration LLC is an oil extraction facility located in Corning, Tehama County, California, United States. The facility is operational and engages in crude petroleum and natural gas extraction, classified under NAICS code 211120. Its location in the Sacramento Valley places it within a region with a history of oil and gas development. 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 discharge. Typical extraction methods in this region involve conventional oil wells, with some enhanced oil recovery techniques. As an oil extraction site, Pioneer Exploration LLC plays a role in the local energy supply chain. The facility's operations are subject to environmental oversight to mitigate impacts on air quality and water resources. Its presence in an agricultural area underscores the need for careful management of surface and groundwater interactions.

The facility is situated in the Sacramento Valley, an agricultural region with a Mediterranean climate. Oil extraction activities here must address potential groundwater contamination and air emissions. Regulatory compliance with California's stringent environmental standards, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), is critical. The site's proximity to agricultural land necessitates careful spill prevention and waste management practices.