Pioneer Exploration LLC (South Compressor) - Oil Extraction Facility in Corning, California

Pioneer Exploration LLC (South Compressor) is an oil extraction facility situated in Corning, Tehama County, California. The facility is operational and plays a role in the upstream oil sector within the United States, classified under NAICS 211120 for crude petroleum extraction. As an oil extraction site, the facility operates under federal and state regulatory frameworks, including the US EPA Clean Air Act and California's stringent environmental regulations. Typical extraction operations involve drilling, well maintenance, and initial processing of crude oil before transport to refineries. The facility contributes to California's oil production, which is subject to oversight by the California Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM). Its location in the Sacramento Valley places it within a region with a history of oil and gas activity, balancing energy production with environmental stewardship.

The facility is located in the Sacramento Valley, an area with agricultural and ecological significance. Oil extraction activities here must comply with California's strict air quality and water protection regulations, including the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Spill prevention and groundwater monitoring are critical due to the region's reliance on groundwater for irrigation.