Overview
LADWP-Distributing Station 59 is an operational gas distribution station in Los Angeles, California, serving the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power's natural gas network.
LADWP-Distributing Station 59 is a gas distribution station located at 11701 Venice Blvd in Los Angeles, California. Operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, this facility is part of the city's natural gas distribution infrastructure, serving the Mar Vista area and surrounding communities. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Department of Transportation's Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with 49 CFR Part 192 for gas distribution pipelines. As a distribution station, it reduces pressure from transmission lines to levels suitable for local delivery, typically handling medium to low pressures. This facility plays a key role in providing natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in western Los Angeles. Its location near Venice Boulevard places it in a mixed-use urban area, requiring adherence to safety standards for proximity to populated areas. The station supports grid reliability and energy delivery in the region.
Environmental context
Located in a densely populated urban area of Los Angeles, the station operates in a region with moderate seismic activity, requiring adherence to earthquake-resistant design standards. The surrounding environment includes residential neighborhoods and commercial zones, necessitating strict leak detection and safety protocols to minimize risks to public safety and air quality.
Frequently asked questions
LADWP-Distributing Station 59 is located at 11701 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, California 90066, USA.
It is a natural gas distribution station that reduces pressure from transmission pipelines for safe delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Los Angeles area.
The station 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 U.S. are regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline safety, design, construction, operation, and maintenance.
The station follows PHMSA safety regulations, including regular inspections, leak detection, pressure monitoring, and emergency response plans to mitigate risks in its urban setting.
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