Overview
Los Angeles Dept. of Water and Power operates a gas distribution station in Tarzana, California, serving the greater Los Angeles area under PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192 regulations.
The Los Angeles Dept. of Water and Power (LADWP) gas distribution station is located at 6000 Wilber Ave., Tarzana, California. This facility is part of LADWP's natural gas distribution network, which supplies gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Los Angeles region. The station operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for pipeline safety. As a gas distribution station, this facility reduces high-pressure transmission gas to lower pressures suitable for local distribution. The station is equipped with pressure regulation, metering, and odorization equipment to ensure safe and reliable gas delivery. LADWP's gas system serves over 1.5 million customers in Los Angeles, making this station a critical node in the urban gas infrastructure. The station's location in a densely populated area of Tarzana requires robust safety measures and regular inspections. LADWP's gas operations are subject to California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) oversight and must meet stringent seismic safety standards due to the region's earthquake risk. The facility plays a key role in maintaining gas supply reliability for the San Fernando Valley.
Environmental context
The station is situated in a densely populated suburban area of Tarzana, within the San Fernando Valley. The region is seismically active, with the nearby San Andreas fault posing a risk of ground shaking that could impact gas infrastructure. LADWP implements seismic shut-off valves and pipeline integrity programs to mitigate these risks. The facility's proximity to residential areas necessitates strict adherence to PHMSA's pipeline safety regulations and emergency response planning.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 6000 Wilber Ave., Tarzana, California 91335, in the San Fernando Valley region of Los Angeles.
It reduces high-pressure natural gas from transmission pipelines to lower pressures suitable for local distribution to homes and businesses in the Los Angeles area.
Gas distribution stations in the U.S. 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.
LADWP follows PHMSA regulations, conducts regular inspections, and implements seismic safety measures such as automatic shut-off valves to mitigate earthquake risks.
Gas distribution stations are critical for delivering natural gas safely to residential, commercial, and industrial users, ensuring reliable energy supply for heating, cooking, and industrial processes.
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