Risk: Medium Gas Distribution Station Operational

Clean Energy - 1950 E. Washington Blvd Gas Distribution Station, Los Angeles, California

LOS ANGELES, California, United States

Overview

Clean Energy - 1950 E. Washington Blvd is a gas distribution station in Los Angeles, California, serving the local natural gas network. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations.

Clean Energy - 1950 E. Washington Blvd is a gas distribution station located at 1950 E Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90021. The facility is operational and plays a role in the natural gas supply chain for the Los Angeles area, a major urban market with high energy demand. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas distribution. As a distribution station, it reduces pressure and meters gas for local delivery, typical of facilities serving dense urban populations. This facility contributes to the reliability of natural gas service in Los Angeles, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its location in a densely populated area underscores the importance of safety and maintenance protocols to mitigate risks associated with urban gas infrastructure.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in a densely populated urban area of Los Angeles, which presents considerations for public safety and environmental impact. Proximity to residential and commercial zones requires robust leak detection and emergency response measures. The region's seismic activity also necessitates adherence to strict design and operational standards to prevent gas releases during earthquakes.

Frequently asked questions

The facility is located at 1950 E Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90021, in the United States.

It is a gas distribution station that reduces pressure and meters natural gas for local delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Los Angeles area.

The station operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which govern the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of gas distribution facilities.

It serves as a critical node in the natural gas distribution network, ensuring reliable gas supply to a densely populated urban area with high energy demand.

Safety considerations include leak detection, corrosion control, pressure management, and emergency response plans, especially given proximity to populated areas and seismic risks in California.

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