Risk: Medium Oil Extraction Operational

Q2 Artificial Lift Services - Oil Extraction Facility in Ventura, California

VENTURA, California, United States

Overview

Q2 Artificial Lift Services is an oil extraction facility located in Ventura, California, United States. It operates within the Ventura oil field region, supporting crude oil production through artificial lift technologies.

Q2 Artificial Lift Services is an operational oil extraction facility situated at 280 West Stanley Avenue, Unit B, in Ventura, California. The facility is part of the Ventura County oil infrastructure, a region with a long history of oil production dating back to the early 20th century. As an artificial lift services provider, it plays a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing oil recovery from mature wells in the area. 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 from oil extraction activities. The facility's NAICS codes (211120 for oil and gas extraction, 541340 for drafting services) indicate a focus on both extraction and technical support. Q2 Artificial Lift Services contributes to the local economy by supporting oil production in Ventura County. The facility's operations are integral to maintaining production levels in a region where many wells require artificial lift due to declining reservoir pressure. Its services help optimize extraction efficiency, reducing the need for new drilling and minimizing surface disturbance.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Ventura, California, a coastal city with a Mediterranean climate. The region's oil extraction activities are subject to stringent state and federal environmental regulations, including California's SB 4 (well stimulation) and the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) rules. Artificial lift operations involve handling produced water and hydrocarbons, posing risks of spills and emissions. The facility's proximity to the Ventura River and the Pacific Ocean necessitates robust containment and monitoring to protect local water resources and ecosystems.

Frequently asked questions

Q2 Artificial Lift Services is located at 280 West Stanley Avenue, Unit B, in Ventura, California, United States.

Q2 Artificial Lift Services is an oil extraction facility that provides artificial lift services to enhance oil recovery from wells, likely using methods such as rod pumps, gas lift, or electric submersible pumps.

Artificial lift refers to techniques used to increase the flow of oil from a well when reservoir pressure is insufficient. Common methods include rod pumping, gas lift, and electric submersible pumps.

Oil extraction facilities in California must comply with the Clean Air Act, Clean Water Act, and state regulations from DOGGR, including SB 4 for well stimulation and SPCC rules for spill prevention.

Artificial lift services are critical for maintaining production from mature wells. They help optimize extraction rates, extend well life, and reduce the need for new drilling, thereby minimizing environmental footprint.

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