Five Points Pipeline LLC Gas Distribution Station, Riverdale, California

Five Points Pipeline LLC is a gas distribution station located at 12103 W Elkhorn Ave, Riverdale, California, in Fresno County. The facility is operational and plays a key role in the local natural gas distribution network, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. 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 the safe transportation of natural gas by pipeline. As a gas distribution station, it is part of a network that reduces pressure from high-pressure transmission lines to levels suitable for local distribution. The station contributes to the energy infrastructure of California's Central Valley, an area with significant agricultural and industrial activity. Its location in a rural setting near Riverdale helps ensure reliable gas supply to the surrounding communities, supporting local economic development and energy needs.

The facility is situated in an agricultural region of California's Central Valley, where seismic activity from nearby fault lines and potential climate-related hazards such as drought and heatwaves are relevant environmental factors. The station's design and operation must account for these risks to ensure safe gas distribution. Proximity to populated areas and agricultural operations requires adherence to strict safety protocols to minimize environmental impact.