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Based on available information, I couldn’t find a specific permit from the California Department of Conservation (CalGEM) for Chevron U.S.A. Inc. to rework a well in the McKittrick Oil Field explicitly granted in April 2025. The sources accessed do not provide detailed records of individual permits issued in that exact timeframe, and CalGEM’s public database or news releases don’t appear to highlight a specific permit matching your description. Additionally, no name associated with such a permit (e.g., an applicant or responsible party) was identified in the data.
However, here’s what I can confirm from related information:
McKittrick Oil Field Context: The McKittrick Oil Field, located in Kern County, California, is part of the Cymric Oil Field area where Chevron has historically operated. Chevron has faced scrutiny for spills in this region, notably a 2019 incident involving over 800,000 gallons of oil and water, leading to a $13 million settlement in 2024 for environmental violations.

Permitting Trends: California’s oil and gas permitting, managed by CalGEM, has seen a significant decline in new well permits since 2019, with a focus shifting toward rework permits for existing wells. In 2023, CalGEM issued 896 rework permits in Q1 alone, many for wells within 3,200 feet of sensitive areas, but specific 2025 data is sparse.

Lithium (Li) Reference: Your mention of “~200ppm Li” likely refers to lithium content in produced water or geological formations in the McKittrick Oil Field. While lithium extraction from oilfield brines is an emerging interest in California, no specific permit data ties Chevron’s rework activities in McKittrick to lithium-focused operations in April 2025.

Challenges in Finding the Permit:
CalGEM’s public-facing data (e.g., via conservation.ca.gov) provides general statistics but not granular details on individual permits unless explicitly reported.

Recent reports focus on broader trends, like the 95% drop in new drilling permits in 2023 or increased rework permits, without pinpointing April 2025 actions.

Chevron’s operations in McKittrick are well-documented, but specific permit approvals for April 2025 are not covered in available sources.

Suggestions for Further Inquiry:
Check CalGEM’s Database: Visit the California Department of Conservation’s Well Finder tool (maps.conservation.ca.gov/wellfinder) or contact CalGEM directly to request permit records for Chevron U.S.A. Inc. in McKittrick for April 2025. They may provide API numbers or permit details, including names of responsible parties.

FOIA Request: If the permit isn’t publicly listed, a Freedom of Information Act request to CalGEM could uncover specific documentation.

Local News or Industry Reports: Check Kern County news outlets or industry publications (e.g., Bakersfield Californian) for announcements about Chevron’s activities in April 2025.

If you have additional details (e.g., an API number, well name, or specific project), I can refine the search. Alternatively, I can assist with drafting a query to CalGEM or analyzing related environmental impacts in McKittrick. Let me know how you’d like to proceed!