Overview
LADWP Distributing Station 74 is a gas distribution station in Canoga Park, Los Angeles, California, operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. It serves the local natural gas grid.
LADWP Distributing Station 74 is a gas distribution station located at 8707 Canoga Ave, Canoga Park, California, within the Los Angeles metropolitan area. The facility is part of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power's natural gas distribution network, which supplies gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. As a distribution station, it plays a key role in reducing pressure and metering gas from transmission pipelines to local distribution systems. The station operates under the regulatory oversight of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA), which enforce safety standards under 49 CFR Part 192. The facility's NAICS codes (221122 for natural gas distribution and 221210 for natural gas transmission) indicate its dual role in both distribution and transmission activities. Typical gas distribution stations like this one handle pressures ranging from 200 to 1000 psi and are designed to ensure safe and reliable gas delivery. LADWP Distributing Station 74 is an integral part of the energy infrastructure serving the San Fernando Valley. Its location in a densely populated urban area necessitates robust safety measures, including leak detection and emergency shutdown systems. The station supports the local economy by providing a stable gas supply for heating, cooking, and industrial processes, contributing to the region's energy resilience.
Environmental context
The station is situated in a densely populated urban area of Canoga Park, which increases the importance of stringent safety protocols to mitigate risks associated with gas leaks or pressure failures. The region is subject to seismic activity due to nearby fault lines, requiring the facility to comply with earthquake-resistant design standards. Climate factors such as heatwaves and drought conditions can affect pipeline integrity and demand patterns, influencing operational practices.
Frequently asked questions
LADWP Distributing Station 74 is located at 8707 Canoga Ave, Canoga Park, California 91304, in Los Angeles County.
It is a natural gas distribution station that reduces pressure and meters gas from transmission pipelines to local distribution networks serving customers in the Canoga Park 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 California must comply with PHMSA's 49 CFR Part 192 pipeline safety regulations, as well as state-specific rules enforced by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
Typical gas distribution stations in urban areas handle capacities ranging from 10 to 100 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD), depending on the size of the service area.
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