Overview
CASTLE ROCK REINFORCEMENT is a gas distribution station in Castle Rock, Colorado, USA. It supports local natural gas delivery infrastructure.
CASTLE ROCK REINFORCEMENT is a gas distribution station located at Wolfensberger Rd and Park St in Castle Rock, Douglas County, Colorado. The facility is operational and serves the natural gas distribution network for the surrounding community. As a gas distribution station, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas distribution pipelines. Distribution stations typically reduce pressure from transmission lines to levels suitable for local delivery and may include metering and odorization equipment. The station plays a role in ensuring reliable natural gas supply to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Castle Rock area. Its location within a growing suburban region underscores the importance of maintaining safe and efficient gas distribution infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in a suburban area of Castle Rock, Colorado, which is part of the Front Range urban corridor. Proximity to populated areas requires adherence to strict safety regulations regarding operating pressure and leak detection. The region experiences occasional seismic activity and wildfire risk, which are considered in pipeline safety management.
Frequently asked questions
CASTLE ROCK REINFORCEMENT is located at Wolfensberger Rd and Park St in Castle Rock, Douglas County, Colorado, USA.
It is a gas distribution station that reduces pressure from transmission pipelines and distributes natural gas to local customers in Castle Rock.
Gas distribution stations in Colorado are typically operated by local utilities under PHMSA regulations.
Gas distribution stations in the US are regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline safety, pressure management, and leak detection.
The facility follows PHMSA safety standards, including regular inspections, pressure monitoring, and emergency response plans to protect nearby communities.
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