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What Happens When the Rigs Retire. California’s offshore oil platforms once powered a major share of the state’s economy, tapping giant fields like the Wilmington Oil Field and the Monterey Formation. Over decades, these industrial structures unexpectedly transformed into thriving artificial reefs that support some of the richest marine life on the West Coast. Now that many rigs are approaching the end of their productive lives, California faces a high-stakes decision: remove them, convert them through rigs-to-reefs programs, or leave their underwater ecosystems intact. This deep dive explores the science, environmental impact, and future of California’s retiring offshore oil rigs.#california #Losangeles #oil #oilfield #oilrigs #eurekarig #longbeach #montereyformation