Overview
ECC - Los Angeles Department of Water and Power is a gas distribution station in Sunland, California, serving the Los Angeles area. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192.
ECC - Los Angeles Department of Water and Power is a gas distribution station located at 10322 Sunland Blvd, Sunland, California. This facility is part of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power's gas infrastructure network, serving the greater Los Angeles region. As a gas distribution station, it plays a key role in delivering natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the area. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, specifically the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) pipeline safety regulations and DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which governs gas distribution pipelines. The NAICS code 221210 indicates it is classified under Natural Gas Distribution. The station is operational and contributes to the reliable supply of natural gas in the region. Located in Sunland, a neighborhood in the San Fernando Valley, the station serves a densely populated urban area. Its proximity to residential and commercial zones requires adherence to strict safety standards. The facility is part of the broader gas distribution network that supports energy needs in Los Angeles County, highlighting its importance in local energy infrastructure.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in an urban area of Sunland, California, within the San Fernando Valley. The region is subject to seismic activity due to nearby fault lines, which poses a risk to gas infrastructure. Additionally, the area experiences dry conditions and wildfire risk, requiring robust safety measures. The station's location in a populated zone necessitates careful management of operating pressure and pipeline integrity to minimize environmental and public safety hazards.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 10322 Sunland Blvd, Sunland, California 91040, in the United States.
This facility is a gas distribution station that receives natural gas from transmission pipelines and reduces pressure for delivery to homes and businesses in the Los Angeles area.
The facility is operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), a municipal utility serving the city of Los Angeles.
Gas distribution stations in the US are regulated by the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) under DOT 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline safety, design, construction, and operation.
The NAICS code for natural gas distribution is 221210, which includes establishments primarily engaged in operating gas distribution systems.
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