765990_Area_UIC

Aera Energy LLC has been granted regulatory approval by the California Department of Conservation, Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM), to rework a single existing oil and gas well—API #0403044762, known as DTR 952D-29—in the South Belridge Oil Field in Kern County, California. The project is limited to restoring well integrity through reconstruction of casing and subsurface equipment, with no expansion of production capacity or surface footprint, and is confined to the existing well pad within a densely developed and historically active oil field. The action is administratively grouped under a single permit as part of ongoing field development efforts and qualifies for categorical exemptions under the California Environmental Quality Act, specifically Class 1, Class 2, and Class 4 exemptions, which cover minor maintenance, replacement, and limited land alterations. The work is performed on an existing facility, and all activities are subject to compliance with California Code of Regulations provisions regarding public safety, environmental protection, and oil and gas operations. Formal acceptance of the rework is contingent upon CalGEM’s regulatory oversight and final permit authorization at the well site. The project’s performance location is legally described as Section 29, Township 28 South, Range 21 East, Base Meridian, with coordinates 35.46821594 latitude and -119.73168945 longitude. No financial data, contract value, pricing, invoicing methods, or federal acquisition clauses are present, as this is a state-level regulatory permitting action rather than a federal procurement contract. All communications and correspondence regarding this action should be directed to CalGEM at their Bakersfield office or via email to CalGEMCentral@conservation.ca.gov, with Aera Energy LLC identified as the project applicant and responsible party for execution.