Risk: Medium Gas Distribution Station Operational

MARINE TANK FARM - Los Angeles Department of Water and Power Gas Distribution Station, Wilmington, California

WILMINGTON, California, United States

Overview

MARINE TANK FARM is a gas distribution station in Wilmington, California, operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. It serves the greater Los Angeles area.

MARINE TANK FARM - LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND POWER is a gas distribution station located at 4052 W A Street, Wilmington, California. This facility is part of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power's gas infrastructure network, serving the energy needs of the region. As a gas distribution station, this facility 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 pipeline safety. The station is situated in an industrial area near the Port of Los Angeles, a major hub for energy imports and distribution. The facility plays a key role in the local gas distribution grid, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Los Angeles basin. Its location in a densely populated urban area necessitates robust safety and monitoring systems to manage operational risks.

Environmental context

The facility is located in Wilmington, a coastal community within the Los Angeles metropolitan area. The region is subject to seismic activity from nearby fault lines, which poses a risk to gas infrastructure. Proximity to the Port of Los Angeles and industrial zones increases the potential for exposure to hazardous materials and requires stringent safety protocols.

Frequently asked questions

MARINE TANK FARM is located at 4052 W A Street, Wilmington, California 90744, United States.

MARINE TANK FARM is a gas distribution station that receives, stores, and distributes natural gas to the Los Angeles area, operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.

The facility is operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), a municipal utility serving Los Angeles.

Gas distribution stations in the US are regulated by PHMSA under 49 CFR Part 192, which covers pipeline safety, design, construction, and operation standards.

Gas distribution stations regulate pressure and meter gas flow from transmission pipelines to local distribution networks, ensuring safe and reliable supply to homes and businesses.

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