Overview
LOS ANGELES DEPT. OF WATER & POWER (IS630) is a gas distribution station in Canoga Park, California, serving the Los Angeles metropolitan area. It operates under US PHMSA pipeline safety regulations.
LOS ANGELES DEPT. OF WATER & POWER (IS630) is a gas distribution station located at 8920 De Soto Ave, Canoga Park, California. It serves the Los Angeles metropolitan area, one of the largest urban markets in the United States. The facility is part of the extensive gas distribution network operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) and complies with DOT 49 CFR Part 192 for gas distribution. As a gas distribution station, it reduces pressure from transmission pipelines to safe levels for local distribution. The facility is classified under NAICS 221210 for natural gas distribution. This facility plays a critical role in supplying natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Canoga Park area. Its location in a densely populated urban region underscores the importance of robust safety and maintenance protocols. The station supports the energy needs of a major city while adhering to stringent federal and state regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a densely populated urban area of Canoga Park, California, which is part of the Los Angeles basin. The region is subject to seismic activity, requiring gas infrastructure to meet strict earthquake-resistant design standards. Proximity to residential and commercial zones necessitates rigorous leak detection and emergency response protocols to minimize risks to public safety and the environment.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 8920 De Soto Ave, Canoga Park, California 91304, United States.
It is a gas distribution station that reduces pressure from high-pressure transmission pipelines to lower levels suitable for local distribution to homes and businesses in the Canoga Park 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 design, construction, operation, and maintenance standards.
Gas distribution stations are critical for safely delivering natural gas from high-pressure transmission lines to local distribution networks. They ensure pressure regulation, odorization, and metering, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial energy needs.
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