Overview
Clean Energy - 9131 Aviation Blvd is a gas distribution station in Inglewood, California, serving the Los Angeles area. It operates under US PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
Clean Energy - 9131 Aviation Blvd is a gas distribution station located at 9131 Aviation Blvd, Inglewood, California, within Los Angeles County. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the local natural gas infrastructure network, supplying gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. As a gas distribution station, it is part of the midstream segment that connects high-pressure transmission pipelines to end-users. The facility 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 gas pipeline safety. Gas distribution stations typically include pressure regulation, metering, and odorization equipment to ensure safe and reliable delivery. In California, additional state-level regulations from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) may apply. This station supports the energy needs of Inglewood and surrounding communities, contributing to the reliability of natural gas supply in the Los Angeles Basin. Its location near a major urban area underscores the importance of robust safety and maintenance practices. The facility is part of Clean Energy's network, which focuses on providing cleaner fuel solutions.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a densely populated urban area of Inglewood, near Los Angeles International Airport. Proximity to residential and commercial zones necessitates stringent safety measures to mitigate risks associated with gas distribution. The region is also subject to seismic activity, requiring infrastructure designed to withstand earthquakes. Climate hazards such as wildfires and heatwaves may impact operations, emphasizing the need for resilient design and emergency response planning.
Frequently asked questions
Clean Energy - 9131 Aviation Blvd is located at 9131 Aviation Blvd, Inglewood, California 90301, in Los Angeles County.
It is a natural gas distribution station that regulates and meters gas from transmission pipelines for delivery to local customers, including homes, businesses, and industrial users.
Gas distribution stations in California must comply with federal PHMSA regulations (DOT 49 CFR Part 192) and state rules from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), covering safety, integrity management, and emergency response.
Inglewood is in a seismically active region, so gas distribution stations are designed with flexible piping, automatic shut-off valves, and seismic bracing to reduce rupture risk during earthquakes.
Gas distribution stations vary in capacity, but they typically handle flows from a few hundred to several thousand MMBtu per day, depending on the size of the customer base served.
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