NOGALES ADMINISTRATION BUILDING Gas Distribution Station, Nogales, Arizona

NOGALES ADMINISTRATION BUILDING is a gas distribution station located at 861 W Mariposa Rd in Nogales, Santa Cruz County, Arizona. The facility is operational and supports natural gas distribution to the surrounding community. As part of the US gas infrastructure, it falls under the regulatory oversight of PHMSA and DOT 49 CFR Part 192. The facility operates within the broader natural gas distribution network in Arizona, which is characterized by a mix of urban and rural service areas. The NAICS codes associated with the facility (221122 for natural gas distribution and 221210 for natural gas transmission) indicate its role in both local distribution and possibly transmission activities. Typical gas distribution stations in this region manage pressures suitable for residential and commercial delivery. This station plays a key role in ensuring reliable natural gas supply to Nogales residents and businesses. Its location near the US-Mexico border adds logistical significance for cross-border energy infrastructure. The facility contributes to the energy security of the area, supporting heating, cooking, and industrial processes in the community.

The facility is situated in a semi-arid region with low seismic hazard. Proximity to populated areas requires adherence to safety regulations regarding operating pressure and pipeline integrity. The local environment is characterized by desert ecosystems, and the station's operations are subject to climate hazard exposure including extreme heat and occasional monsoon flooding.