Risk: Medium Gas Distribution Station Operational

Clean Energy - 28273 Alta Vista Gas Distribution Station, Valencia, California

VALENCIA, California, United States

Overview

Clean Energy - 28273 Alta Vista is a gas distribution station in Valencia, California, serving the Los Angeles area. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.

Clean Energy - 28273 Alta Vista is a gas distribution station located at 28273 Alta Vista Ave in Valencia, California, within Los Angeles County. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the local natural gas distribution network, supplying energy to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. 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, which governs the safe transportation of natural gas. As a distribution station, it reduces pressure from transmission pipelines and meters gas for end users. The facility's NAICS code 221210 indicates it is part of the natural gas distribution industry. This facility is situated in a densely populated area of Southern California, which requires robust safety measures and regular inspections. Its location near major infrastructure corridors supports reliable gas delivery to the surrounding community. The station contributes to the energy resilience of the region, which is subject to seismic activity and wildfire risks, necessitating adherence to stringent operational standards.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Valencia, California, a region with a Mediterranean climate and high seismic activity due to nearby fault lines. The area is prone to wildfires and earthquakes, which pose risks to gas infrastructure. Proximity to populated areas requires careful management of pipeline integrity and emergency response planning. The station's operations are subject to environmental regulations aimed at minimizing methane leaks and ensuring public safety.

Frequently asked questions

Clean Energy - 28273 Alta Vista is located at 28273 Alta Vista Ave, Valencia, California 91355, in Los Angeles County, United States.

It is a natural gas distribution station that reduces pressure from transmission pipelines and meters gas for delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Valencia area.

Gas distribution stations in the US are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which sets safety standards for natural gas pipelines.

Safety measures include pressure regulation, leak detection systems, emergency shutdown valves, regular inspections, and compliance with PHMSA regulations to prevent accidents and protect nearby communities.

The station ensures reliable natural gas supply to Valencia and surrounding areas, supporting heating, cooking, and industrial processes, and enhancing energy resilience in a seismically active region.

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