747023_Aera_OG

The project 747023_Aera_OG involves a sidetrack operation for Aera Energy LLC in the South Belridge Oil Field of Kern County, California. Approved by the California Department of Conservation, Geologic Energy Management Division, the project focuses on well 585K2-33 (API 0403024398), which will remain a production well. The scope of work includes the reconstruction of casing and wellbores on existing dirt pads, encompassing remedial, maintenance, conversion, and abandonment activities. Specific technical tasks involve the alteration of well casing through perforating, repair, removal, or replacement, as well as the installation or removal of downhole production equipment, cement plugs, bridge plugs, and packers. The project is classified as a forecast under NAICS code 213112 and is located at Section 33, Township 28S, Range 21E. Under the California Environmental Quality Act, the project has been granted a Notice of Exemption across multiple categorical classes, as the work is expected to result in negligible environmental impact, minimal ground disturbance, and no significant vegetation removal. All operations must comply with statutory and regulatory provisions designed to protect public health, safety, and the environment. Primary points of contact include Catherine Calantas of the Geologic Energy Management Division and Jeffrey Young as the agent for Aera Energy.