CALGREN RENEWABLE FUELS Gas Distribution Station in Pixley, California

CALGREN RENEWABLE FUELS is a gas distribution station located at 11704 Road 120 in Pixley, California, within Tulare County. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional natural gas distribution network, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas distribution pipelines. As a gas distribution station, it is part of a network that reduces pressure from high-pressure transmission lines to lower pressures suitable for end users. The station contributes to the energy infrastructure of California's Central Valley, supporting agricultural and urban communities. Its location in Pixley places it within a region with significant agricultural activity, where natural gas is used for irrigation pumps, processing, and heating.

The facility is situated in the San Joaquin Valley, an area with high agricultural productivity and associated air quality concerns. Gas distribution stations like this one are typically located in populated or industrial areas, requiring adherence to safety regulations to minimize risks from leaks or ruptures. The region is also subject to seismic activity, which is a factor in pipeline design and maintenance.