836272_Aera_UIC

Aera Energy LLC is proposing to rework one existing oil and gas well, identified as API 0401924834 (CMS 34), located in the Coalinga Oil Field in Coalinga, California. The project involves a sidetrack operation to replace a lost production wellbore to continue resource development. Because the work is limited to the maintenance and repair of an existing facility without expanding the production capacity or footprint, the project is grouped into one administrative grouping due to the dense development of the active field. The California Department of Conservation, Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM) is the approving authority for the permit. The project has been granted a Notice of Exemption from full environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), citing categorical exemptions for existing facilities and minor alterations to land. This exemption was certified by Matt Styles on August 7, 2026, with the project officially posted on August 10, 2026. All operations must comply with CalGEM regulations and CEQA guidelines to ensure the well is restored to a functional and environmentally compliant state.